Talc can show a range of luster, from pearly to greasy to dull. Photo by Stephanie Clifford. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
Translucent Green Talc Specimen from United States
Talc can show a range of luster, from pearly to greasy to dull. Photo by Stephanie Clifford. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
Article: What is Gemstone Luster?
Credit: Stephanie Clifford
| Gemstone | Talc |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | United States |
| Origin details | Talc, Argonaut Quarry, Ludlow, Windsor County, Vermont |
| Gem State | Specimen |
| Color | Green |
| Transparency | Translucent |