Rhodolite
Precious Gemstone
What is Rhodolite?
Rhodolite is a gemstone variety of the mineral pyrope, a member of the garnet group. It is prized for its vibrant colors, ranging from purplish-red to raspberry-red and sometimes even a vibrant pink. The name "rhodolite" comes from the Greek word "rhodon," meaning rose, due to its characteristic rose-like color. It is a popular gemstone used in jewelry due to its beauty, durability, and relatively good availability.
Optical Properties
- Refractive Index
- 1.760-1.769
- Birefringence
- None
- Pleochroism
- Weak to none
- Optical Character
- Isotropic
- Dispersion
- 0.022
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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Purplish-red, raspberry-red, pink
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 7 - 7.5
- Density
- 3.65 - 3.80 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- (Mg,Fe)3Al2(SiO4)3
- Elements
- Silicon, Oxygen, Aluminum, Magnesium, Iron, Manganese
Also Known As
Rhodolite GarnetBohemian Garnet
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