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Gemstone

Moldavite

Moldavite — reference photo

Moldavite is a gemstone with the chemical formula SiO2. It has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 - 6.0 and vitreous to resinous luster.

Moldavite properties

TypeGemstone
Chemical formulaSiO2
Mohs hardness5.5 - 6.0
LusterVitreous to resinous
Typical colorsGreen to dark green, sometimes with a brownish hue
FormationFormed from the impact of a meteorite, creating natural glass
Rarity7 / 10

Mohs hardness 5.5–6 — fairly hard

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