Amazonite vs Diamond
| Property | Amazonite | Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | KAlSi3O8 | C |
| Crystal System | Triclinic | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 09 Silicates | 01 Native Elements |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.0-6.5 | 10.0 |
| Color | Green, blue-green | Colorless, yellow, brown, blue, green, pink |
| Luster | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Streak | White | None |
| Transparency | Translucent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |