Cerussite Gemstones by Colour
This table shows the variety of hues this gemstone can be found in. Click on a photo for more information.
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Cerussite Gemstones by Size
This table shows distribution of Cerussite gemstone sizes that are listed on this site. This can give a good indication as to the general availability of this gemstone in different sizes.
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Lightest:3.71 cts
Heaviest:34.97 cts
Average:14.21 cts
Total photos:6
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| Physical Properties of Cerussite | ||||||
| Mohs Hardness | 3 to 3.5, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references | |||||
| Specific Gravity | 6.46 to 6.57, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references | |||||
| Tenacity | Brittle, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) | |||||
| Cleavage Quality | Distinct, Gemstones (2009) | |||||
| Fracture | Conchoidal, Gemstones (2009) | |||||
| Refractive Index | 1.803 to 2.078, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references | |||||
| Optical Character | Biaxial/-, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) More from other references | |||||
| Birefringence | 0.274, Blue Chart Gem Identification (2010) DoublingMore from other references | |||||
| Pleochroism | Nil, Gemstones (2009) | |||||
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