Topaz (var. Imperial)
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Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
Description
Intact, transparent amber-colored crystal with a complete upper portion
Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais
For the type locality, Topasos (Zabargad), the Red Sea, Egypt, and the adjective imperial for its beautiful orange color.
Class
Dimensions (length x with x height in cm)
2x3.5x9
Hardness (Mohs)
8
Density (G/cm3)
3.6
