How do I identify Axinite-(fe)?

Axinite-(fe) can be identified by its hardness of 6.5 - 7 on the Mohs scale, Brown color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Axinite-(fe)?

Axinite-(fe) typically appears in Brown, clove-brown, plum blue, pearl gray. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Axinite-(fe)?

Axinite-(fe) has a hardness of 6.5 - 7 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

How to Identify Axinite-(fe) | Properties, Meaning & Uses

What is Axinite-(fe)?

Axinite is a brown to violet-brown, or reddish-brown bladed group of minerals composed of calcium aluminium boro-silicate, (Ca,Fe,Mn)3Al2BO3Si4O12OH. Axinite is pyroelectric and piezoelectric. The axinite group includes: Axinite-(Fe) or ferroaxinite, Ca2FeAl2BOSi4O15(OH) iron rich, clove-brown, brown, plum-blue, pearl-gray Axinite-(Mg) or magnesioaxinite, Ca2MgAl2BOSi4O15(OH) magnesium rich, pale blue to pale violet; light brown to light pink Axinite-(Mn) or manganaxinite, Ca2MnAl2BOSi4O15(OH) manganese rich, honey-yellow, clove-brown, brown to blue Tinzenite, (CaFeMn)3Al2BOSi4O15(OH) iron – manganese intermediate, yellow, brownish yellow-green Axinite is sometimes used as a gemstone.

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