Lake Superior Agate
Lake Superior Agate is a gemstone. It has a Mohs hardness of 6.5-7 and vitreous to waxy luster.
Lake Superior Agate properties
| Type | Gemstone |
|---|---|
| Mohs hardness | 6.5-7 |
| Luster | Vitreous to waxy |
| Typical colors | Reds, oranges, browns, whites, grays, and sometimes blues |
| Formation | Formed from volcanic activity and later shaped by erosion |
| Rarity | 6 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 6.5–7 — hard
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