Gemological Information for Saussurite
| Color: | Green to Yellow or Gray Green |
| Crystal Structure: | Rock |
| Refractive Index: | Spot 1.700 and 1.56 |
| Durability: | Fair to Good |
| Hardness: | 6.5 to 7 |
| Family: | |
| Similar Stones: | Jadeite, Hydrogrossular Garnet, Idocrase |
| Treatments: | Heating |
| Country of Origin: | Africa |
Saussurite Care
| Ultrasonic Cleaning: | RIsky |
| Steam Cleaning: | Risky |
| Warm Soapy Water: | Safe |
| Chemical Attack: | Acids May Attach |
| Light Sensitivity: | Stable |
| Heat Sensitivity: | Unknown |