mineral
Lavender Chalcedony
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, pale purple to lilac color, waxy to vitreous luster, and microcrystalline trigonal structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, pale purple to lilac color, waxy to vitreous luster, and microcrystalline trigonal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed in hydrothermal veins and cavities of volcanic rocks through the deposition of silica-rich fluids over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely utilized in jewelry making, ornamental carvings, and as a collectible gemstone.
Geological facts
The gentle purple hue is naturally caused by trace amounts of minerals or irradiation within the silica matrix.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive waxy luster, conchoidal fracture, and lack of visible crystal faces, commonly sourced from gemstone deposits worldwide.
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