Clinozoisite

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Named for its resemblance to zoisite, clinozoisite is a colorless to pale grayish-yellow to green-colored mineral ideal for faceting. This gem was first discovered in Austria 1896, but there are many locations world wide where specimens have been found.

Clinozoisite Polished
Clinozoisite Classification
Common Name Clinozoisite
Species Clinozoisite
Clinozoisite Optical Properties
Transparency Transparent - Translucent
Refractive Index 1.670-1.734
Birefringence 0.010
Optic Character Biaxial
Optic Sign Positive
Polariscope Reaction Aggregate (AGG), Doubly Refractive (DR)
Fluorescence SWUV: Inert
LWUV: Inert
Pleochroism Unobservable
Clinozoisite Characteristic Physical Properties
Hardness 6-7
Streak White To Gray
Specific Gravity 3.210-3.380
Toughness Poor
Luster Vitreous
Fracture Uneven
Cleavage Perfect, in one direction
Clinozoisite Chemistry & Crystallography
Chemical Name calcium aluminum silicate hydroxide
Chemical Formula Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Crystal System Monoclinic
Chemistry Classification Silicate

Clinozoisite Colors

  • Pink Clinozoisite Pink
  • Yellow Clinozoisite Yellow
  • Green Clinozoisite Green
  • Brown Clinozoisite Brown
  • Colorless Clinozoisite Colorless

Countries of Origin

Pakistan; Brazil

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This page was created on June 27, 2014.

This page was last edited on October 24, 2019.