How do I identify Sunset Sodalite?

Sunset Sodalite can be identified by its hardness of 5.5 - 6 on the Mohs scale, Blue color, Greasy, Vitreous luster, Isometric crystal system. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Sunset Sodalite?

Sunset Sodalite typically appears in Blue, orange, white, yellow, gray. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Sunset Sodalite?

Sunset Sodalite has a hardness of 5.5 - 6 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

Sunset Sodalite

A variety of Sodalite

Uncommon

What is Sunset Sodalite?

Properly labelled, sunset Sodalite is really a naturally-occurring combination of orange feldspar and blue sodalite (with streaks of white calcite within). Deposits are known in Brazil and Canada, and it has only recently become popular among jewelers. The striking colors make it a popular carving stone.

Optical Properties

Refractive Index: 1.478-1.488
Pleochroism: None
Optical Character: Isotropic
Dispersion: 0.018

Discover Values

Rarity

4.0out of 5.0

80%

Popularity

3.7out of 5.0

74%

Beauty

4.3out of 5.0

86%

Cultural Value

3.7out of 5.0

74%

Collection Value

4.1out of 5.0

82%

Sunset Sodalite Market Value Calculator

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