While comparing Kashmir sapphire and Hardystonite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Kashmir sapphire and Hardystonite chemical formula.
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kashmir sapphire and Hardystonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kashmir sapphire and Hardystonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kashmir sapphire is 3.396-3.443 whereas that of Hardystonite is 3.396-3.443.