Home
Gemstones


Edenite and Nephrite Optical Properties


Nephrite and Edenite Optical Properties


Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous   
Vitreous, Greasy   

Pleochroism
Distinct   
None   

Dispersion
Not Available   
Not Available   

Transparency
Not Available   
Translucent   

Refractive Index
1.606-1.649   
1.600-1.627   

Optic Character
Not Available   
Not Available   

Crystal System
monoclinic   
monoclinic   

Birefringence
Not Available   
0.027   

Clarity
Not Available   
Translucent   

Benefits >>
<< Physical Properties

Edenite and Nephrite Optic Character

Edenite and Nephrite optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Edenite and Nephrite Physical Properties like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Edenite and Nephrite optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.

Compare Gems Found In Africa

Edenite and Nephrite Transparency

Similar to their colors, Edenite and Nephrite transparency can also be used as criteria for their primary identification. Although transparency cannot be the only criteria for gemstone identification, it can efficiently used in gemstone grading. Talking about their transparency, Edenite is Not Available while Edenite is Not Available in appearance.

Gems Found In Africa

Gems Found In Africa


Compare Gems Found In Africa