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Chemical Formula: Ca5(PO4)3(OH,F,Cl)

Calcium (Fluoro, Chloro, Hydroxyl) Phosphate

Crystal System: HEXAGONAL-DIPYRAMIDAL  H-M Symbol (6/m) Space Group: P63/m
Name Origin: Named from the Greek apatao - "I am misleading."
Habits: Colloform - Forming from a gel or colloidal mass., Massive - Granular - Common texture observed in granite and other igneous rock., Earthy - Dull, clay-like texture with no visible cr ystalline affinities, (e.g. howlite).
3.21 cts. Emerald cut Apatite single
  x Pieces: 1 Apatite x x Type:  100% Natural
 
  Color: Green    Shape: Emerald cut faceted
                 
  Weight: 3.21Carats   Size: 9.3 x 7.7 mm
 
  Clarity: Flow Less   Luster: Excellent
 
  Treatment: None (N)   Origin: Madagascar
We use a  microscopic photography    Refr. Index: 1.632-1.646   Hardness 5.0
system. The actual gemstone is smaller than the images shown.
Stone Price: USD 192 .00 

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