Morganite (gem)
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Not to be confused with Moganite.
Morganite is an orange or pink variety of beryl and is also a gemstone.[2] Morganite is mined in Brazil, Afghanistan, Mozambique, Namibia, the United States, and Madagascar.[3]
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Morganite | |
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General | |
Category | beryl[1] |
Formula (repeating unit) | Be3Al2(Si6O18) |
Identification | |
Color | Pink |
Mohs scale hardness | 7.5 to 8 |
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Morganite has grown in popularity since 2010.[2] Brides and CNN have listed it as a possible alternative to diamond for engagement rings.[4][5]