Sphene, also known as titanite. Rarely offered and increasingly expensive on the global market due to high demand.Double refraction noticeable to the eye, typical of this gem, which explains why it is relatively difficult to photograph it (doubling of the edges).
Its vitreous brilliance and its dispersion, stronger than diamond, which produces colored lights, make it a precious stone sometimes used in jewelry.
Very well cut gem, which is quite rare given the low hardness of this mineral. Great brightness in a sought-after color.Pair of sphene
Pair of sphene: Its vitreous brilliance and its dispersion, stronger than diamond
Sphene, also known as titanite, is a mineral that belongs to the silicate class. Here is some key information about sphene:
Color and Transparency: Sphene can have a variety of colors, including brown, green, yellow, orange, and even colorless. It can also display high dispersion, meaning it can produce diamond-like colored fires. Sphene can be transparent to translucent.
Luster and Hardness: Sphene has an adamantine luster, meaning it has a shiny, glassy luster. In terms of hardness, it ranks around 5.5 on the Mohs scale, making it relatively soft compared to other gemstones.
Origin: Sphene is generally associated with metamorphic rocks, such as gneiss and schist, as well as igneous rocks such as granite. It is also found in alluvium, often associated with other minerals.
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