Fuchite is a soft micaeous material. The mica produces a spangled effect in finished stones. The color of fuchsite ranges from green to yellow to blue and often has black inclusions. It works easily and polishes well with tin oxide or diamond.
Approximte Mohs hardness 2.5 to 4.
Example of Fuchsite Cab
Item
number: Fuchsite4SK - Fuchsite Rough - $39.00
Locality: Russia
Triangular shape measures approximately
4-1/2" x 3-1/2" x 2-1/4" at a peak.
Weighs 2.15 lbs.
Item
number: Fuchsite5SK - Fuchsite Rough - $66.21
Locality: Russia
Triangular shape measures approximately
6-1/2" x 5-1/2" x 2-3/8" at a peak.