Mariposite
A variety of Muscovite
What is Mariposite?
A variety of mica, mariposite is a soft rock often found in marble and distinguished by its pale green streaks of fuchsite. Named after Mariposa County in California, USA, Mariposite can be cut into cabochons, but is more commonly used for ornamental and decorative objects, as well as for cemetery markers, fireplaces, and other architectural works.
Uses & Applications
Mariposite is a mineral noted as being a source ore of gold. It is also used in the construction industry to make an attractive crushed stone for landscaping. This mineral is also used to carve items like gravestones and fireplaces. On a smaller scale, it is carved into ornaments like paperweights and used as a tumbled stone.
Healing Properties
Mariposite may help with novel situations, allowing more seamless adaptation. It's believed to target stress and worry, allowing you to live a calmer and more balanced life. When you're feeling overwhelmed with emotion, mariposite is said to reduce exhaustion and encourage peace. Some believe it heightens imagination and self-expression.
Optical Properties
- Refractive Index
- 1.552-1.618
- Pleochroism
- Weak
- Optical Character
- Biaxial negative
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Physical Properties
- Color
- Green, white
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 2.5
- Density
- 2.77 - 2.88 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
- Luster
- Pearly, Vitreous, Silky
- Crystal System
- Monoclinic
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- K(Al,Cr)2(Al,Si)4O10(OH)2
- Elements
- Al, Cr, H, K, O, Si
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