Crystal Care by Mohs Hardness: Useful, but Not the Whole Story
Mohs hardness helps predict scratches, but it does not tell you whether a mineral dissolves, cleaves, fades or reacts with acid.
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Mineralogy, identification, care, lapidary craft, interiors and documented cultural history—with traditional beliefs clearly labelled as a separate subject.