Morganite (gem)

Name and Characteristics

• Morganite named after J. P. Morgan in 1911.
• Also known as pink beryl, rose beryl, pink emerald, and cesian beryl.
• Pink color attributed to Mn ions.
• Pleochroic; appears more pink when viewed down its crystallographic axis.
• More durable than emerald due to lack of inclusions and fractures.

History

• Pink beryl first discovered off the coast of Madagascar in 1910.
• Named morganite after J. P. Morgan by the New York Academy of Sciences.
• The Rose of Maine, one of the largest morganite specimens, found in 1989.
• Morganite unknown in many jewelry stores before 2011 but increasing in popularity.

Value and Popularity

• Second most popular non-diamond stone after sapphire according to a 2017 survey.
• A single carat of morganite can cost about $300.
• One of the rarest members of the beryl family, second only to red beryl.
• High-quality morganites tend to be expensive per carat.
• Deep pink morganites are the most valuable.

References

• 'Morganite.' Retrieved 2021-08-17 from geology.com.
• 'Morganite Description.' Retrieved 2021-08-31 from www.gia.edu.
• '8 Diamond Alternatives to Consider for Your Engagement Ring.' Retrieved 2021-11-20 from Brides.
• 'Planning to propose? Here are 23 expert-approved rings worth buying.' Retrieved 2021-11-20 from CNN Underscored.
• Oldershaw, Cally (2003). Firefly Guide to Gems. Firefly Books. p.128. ISBN978-1-55297-814-6.

Additional Information

• Morganite is a gemstone.
• Morganite is more durable than emerald.
• Morganite is increasing in popularity.
• Morganite is the second most popular non-diamond stone.
• Morganite can be expensive, especially high-quality ones.
• Deep pink morganites are the most valuable.

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