Home
Gemstones


Paraiba and Hiddenite Physical Properties


Hiddenite and Paraiba Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.04-3.13   
3.15-3.21   

Fracture
Not Available   
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
1,2 prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
LiAlSi2O6   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Paraiba and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and Hiddenite 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 Paraiba and Hiddenite chemical formula.

Compare Blue Gemstones

Paraiba and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.

Blue Gemstones

Blue Gemstones


Compare Blue Gemstones