description Clinohumite Overview
Clinohumite is a rare magnesium-rich silicate mineral that belongs to the humite group. It commonly occurs as an accessory mineral in metamorphic rocks and can form yellow, orange, or brown crystals, with transparent material sometimes cut as a gemstone. Gem-quality examples are especially associated with the Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan, while other notable material has come from Siberia and several mineral localities worldwide. It is intended mainly for mineral collectors and gemstone specialists because transparent faceted material is uncommon.
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What is clinohumite?
Clinohumite is a rare magnesium-rich silicate mineral in the humite group. It commonly occurs as an accessory mineral in metamorphic rocks.
What colors can clinohumite be?
Clinohumite can form yellow, orange, or brown crystals. Transparent material may be cut and polished as a gemstone.
Is clinohumite used as a gemstone?
Yes, transparent gem-quality clinohumite can be cut as a gemstone. It is uncommon because most clinohumite occurs as mineral material rather than transparent faceting rough.
Where does clinohumite usually occur?
It commonly occurs as an accessory mineral in metamorphic rocks. Its formation is linked to magnesium-rich geological environments.
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