Apatite

Information About Apatite:

The name Apatite comes from the Greek word meaning "to deceive", because this gem so closely resembles tourmaline and beryl.

COMMON GEM COLORS: Pink, white, green, blue, violet. Neon Blue is the most desired color as it so closely resembles paraiba tourmaline, which is one of the most expensive gemstones in the world.

HARDNESS ON MOH'S SCALE: 5

SHAPES FOR CUTTING: Chips easily, so is most commonly cut to oval or round shapes.