mineral

Morganite (Pink Beryl)

Beryllium aluminum silicate Be3Al2(SiO3)6

Hardness: 7.5 - 8.0 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink, peach, or salmon; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal; Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.71 - 2.90

Hardness: 7
Color: Pink, peach, or salmon
Luster: Vitreous (glassy)

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Physical properties

Hardness: 7.5 - 8.0 on Mohs scale; Color: Pink, peach, or salmon; Luster: Vitreous (glassy); Crystal Structure: Hexagonal; Cleavage: Indistinct; Specific Gravity: 2.71 - 2.90

Formation & geological history

Formed in granitic pegmatites through the crystallization of magma enriched with beryllium. Mostly found in deposits and pockets within metamorphic or igneous host rocks.

Uses & applications

Primarily used as a gemstone in high-end jewelry (rings, necklaces, earrings) and as a highly sought-after mineral specimen for collectors.

Geological facts

Morganite was named after the financier J.P. Morgan in 1910 by George F. Kunz. It is the rare pink-to-orange variety of beryl, making it a cousin to emerald and aquamarine.

Field identification & locations

Identify by its hexagonal crystal habit, lack of reaction to acid, and high hardness. Commonly found in Madagascar, Brazil, and Afghanistan. Collectors look for strong saturation and clarity.

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