Glass Scratch Plate
Scratch Plates are used to help identify the hardness of a rock or mineral specimen.
This is a thick tile to protect against breaking.Round for easy and safer use.Measures: 1" approximately
Hardness testing with a glass plate:
To perform a simple mineral test simply scratch your mineral across the glass plate.If the mineral scratches the plate, it is harder than 5.5 on Mohs hardness scale. Sold Individually
Warning: Item is made of glass and can cause cuts with handling and use.
