1 Carat Andesine Cushion (6.4×6.4 mm)
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Additional Info
Andesine is a somewhat new gem, first appearing on the market in 2003. It was originally found in the Andes Mountains of South America, hence the name. It is typically reddish and orange in color.
Where to buy?
Where to buy?
For Andesine check what Amazon has to offer. You'll usually find quite a selection from many different vendors. Worth a check. For other high quality gemstones (Rubies, Saphhires, Emeralds) and especially Diamonds, I highly recommend JamesAllen.
Gem Details
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Name:
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Andesine |
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Mineral Class:
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Plagioclase feldspar |
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Shape:
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Cushion |
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Chemical Formula:
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(Ca,Na)(Al,Si)4O8 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Triclinic |
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Hardness:
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6 - 6.5 |
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Specific Gravity
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2.67 |
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Carat weight:
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1 ct |
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Gram weight:
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0.2 g (0.0071 ounces) |
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Points:
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100 pts |
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Length:
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6.4 mm |
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Width:
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6.4 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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36.86 mm² |
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Volume:
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74.91 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.560 - 1.568 |
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Cleavage:
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2,1 - basal ; 2,1 - prismatic ; 3,1 - pinacoidal |
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Luster:
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Vitreous |
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Birefringence:
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0.008 |
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Wearability:
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Good |
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Care Instructions:
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Avoid extreme heat or ultrasonic cleaners |
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Color:
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Birthstone:
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Andesine is not an official birthstone for any month |
Popular comparisons:
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 7.33 x 5.43)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 8 x 6)
- 2ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 1.8ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 7.76 x 5.75)
- 2ct Andesine (Cushion, Orangey Red, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 1.8ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 7.76 x 5.75)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.8ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 8.91 x 6.6)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.5ct Citrine (Emerald, Light Orange, 8.38 x 6.21)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.8ct Peridot (Emerald, Yellowish Green, 8.24 x 6.1)
- 2ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 8.06 x 8.06) vs. 1.8ct Peridot (Emerald, Yellowish Green, 8.24 x 6.1)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1ct Sapphire (Baguette, Blue, 6.93 x 4.62)
- 1ct Andesine (Cushion, Light Orange, 6.4 x 6.4) vs. 1.8ct Aquamarine (Emerald, Light Blue, 8.86 x 6.56)
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