Scapolite
is a common mineral, and its typical habit is in opaque and uninteresting forms. However, several unique localities provide gemmy transparent forms of this mineral, which make a rare and pretty gem. However, despite its lovely colors, Scapolite has been limited from becoming a more mainstream gemstone due to its relatively low hardness.
| Chemical Formula | (Na,Ca)4(Al,Si)3Si6O24)(Cl,CO3) |
| Color | White, Colorless, Yellow, Orange, Brown, Pink, Purple |
| Hardness | 5Â -Â 6 |
| Crystal System | Tetragonal |
| Refractive Index | 1.54Â -Â 1.58 |
| SG | 2.5Â -Â 2.8 |
| Transparency | Transparent to opaque |
| Double Refraction | -0.006 to -0.0037 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Cleavage | 2,2 |
| Mineral Class | Scapolite (Marialite / Meionite) |
is a common mineral, and its typical habit is in opaque and uninteresting forms. However, several unique localities provide gemmy transparent forms of this mineral, which make a rare and pretty gem. However, despite its lovely colors, Scapolite has been limited from becoming a more mainstream gemstone due to its relatively low hardness.
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