Amazonite vs Cinnabar
| Property | Amazonite | Cinnabar |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | KAlSi3O8 | HgS |
| Crystal System | Triclinic | Trigonal |
| Mineral Class | 09 Silicates | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.0-6.5 | 2.0-2.5 |
| Color | Green, blue-green | Scarlet red, brownish-red |
| Luster | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Streak | White | Scarlet |
| Transparency | Translucent | Translucent |
| Cleavage | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect prismatic {1010} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |