Anglesite
A species of Baryte Group, Also known as Lead Mineralized by Vitriolic Acid, Sulphate of Lead Scientific name : Anglesite Mineral Group : Baryte Group
Anglesite, A species of Baryte Group
Also known as:
Lead Mineralized by Vitriolic Acid, Sulphate of Lead
Scientific name: Anglesite
Mineral Group: Baryte Group
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Description People often ask General Info
Description
Anglesite is a lead-containing mineral that forms crystals of varying colors. Occasionally mined for its lead content (lead has tons of commercial and industrial uses), high-quality specimens are also sought after by collectors. Crystals occasionally exhibit exquisite colorations, with blue, green, orange, violet, and yellow-hued varieties being particularly prized. Though found in multiple locations across the world, many collector-quality anglesites come from Morocco.
Physical Properties
Colors
Colorless to white, often tinted grey, yellow, green, blue, colourless
Luster
VitreousResinousAdamantine
Diaphaneity
TransparentToOpaque
Refractive Index
1.877-1.894
Birefringence
0.017
Pleochroism
None
Dispersion
0.044
Optical Character
Biaxial positive
Chemical Properties
Chemical Classification
Sulfates
Formula
PbSO4
Elements listed
O, Pb, S
Common Impurities
Ba, Cu
People often ask
General Info
Healing Properties
Anglesite is used for meditation and is believed to promote sensitivity and relaxation. It is said to possess a peaceful, loving energy that improves communication. Those who use it also believe it helps in making dreams become reality and aids in the achievement of clairvoyance and spiritual awareness.
How to Select
Generally, you will find anglesite 1 to 6 carats in size, with its rarity and value increasing as its size goes beyond this point. Faceted pieces of this gemstone are scarce, as they can scratch easily, so it will likely hold extreme value in this form. Anglesite has been manufactured in laboratory settings for geological research, but has not been sold commercially. The stone can undergo treatment to give it an amber-red color, which is deeper than its typical colorless/yellowish appearance. A check with a refractometer or polariscope can confirm authenticity.
Usage
Anglesite is a fairly rarely-occurring mineral, though it has been considered as a source of lead. The lead mined from this mineral is commonly used today in batteries, paints, and insecticides. It can also be used as a sound absorber, and is used in x-ray machines to shield radiation.
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