Azurite vs Diamond
| Property | Azurite | Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 | C |
| Crystal System | Monoclinic | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 01 Native Elements |
| Mohs Hardness | 3.5-4.0 | 10.0 |
| Color | Azure blue, dark blue | Colorless, yellow, brown, blue, green, pink |
| Luster | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Streak | Light blue | None |
| Transparency | Transparent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Perfect {011}, fair {100} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal | Conchoidal |