Hodgkinsonite
Hodgkinsonite is named after H.H. Hodgkinson, discoverer of the mineral at Franklin, Sussex County, New Jersey, USA in 1913.
Franklin Mine, New Jersey has been the only source of facet-quality rough. The stones have been small, the colours are bright pink and lavender.
Franklin Mine, New Jersey has been the only source of facet-quality rough. The stones have been small, the colours are bright pink and lavender.
Hodgkinsonite Gemstones by Colour
This table shows the variety of hues this gemstone can be found in. Click on a photo for more information.
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| Mohs Hardness | 4.5 to 5, Gemstones (2009) | |||||||||||||||||
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