goldstone

/ˈɡoʊldstoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of glass that is typically a bright orange-yellow colour, often used as a simulant of pyrope garnet.

“The geologist examined the goldstone specimens under a microscope.”

2. noun

a bright, glassy, usually orange-yellow, inorganic mineraloid.

“The gemstone collector prized the goldstone for its unique appearance.”

Synonyms

  • glass
  • pyrope garnet
  • simulant

Antonyms

  • diamond
  • ruby