Rainbow Hematite
A variety of Hematite
Easy to obtain
What is Rainbow Hematite?
Colorful Hematite with a rainbow shine were reported from mines in Brazil, and the specimens from that location are still being researched. Meanwhile, imitations of rainbow Hematite are being artificially made for commercial purposes. Most of the time, rainbow Hematite stones available on the market are actually man-made imitations.
Optical Properties
- Refractive Index
- 2.690-3.220
- Birefringence
- 0.28
- Pleochroism
- Brownish red, yellowish red
- Optical Character
- Uniaxial negative
Discover Values
Rarity
3.6out of 5.0
72%
Popularity
4.0out of 5.0
80%
Beauty
4.2out of 5.0
84%
Cultural Value
3.9out of 5.0
78%
Collection Value
4.0out of 5.0
80%
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Rainbow Hematite Localities Map
See where Rainbow Hematite is found with a localities map, collecting zones, and geology context. Generate a sample map preview below.
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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Silver grey, black, iridescent rainbow
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5 - 6
- Density
- 5.1 - 5.3 g/cm³
- Streak
- Rust-red
- Luster
- Metallic
- Crystal System
- Trigonal
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Fe2O3
- Elements
- Fe, O
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