Anapaite
A variety of Minerals
What is Anapaite?
Anapaite is a calcium–iron phosphate mineral with formula: Ca2Fe(PO4)2·4H2O. It is a mineral that typically occurs in cavities in fossil bearing sedimentary rocks. It is also found in phosphate bearing iron ores and rarely in pegmatites. It is commonly found with goethite, siderite and vivianite. It was named after the type locality on the Black Sea coastal region of Anapa, Taman Peninsula, Russia. Noted localities include Kertch (Crimea, Ukraine), Bellver de Cerdanya (Lleida, Catalonia, Spain) and Valdarno, Tuscany, Italy.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Anapaite before comparing listings or appraisals.
Size & Weight
Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.
Rarity & Demand
Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.
Condition & Finish
Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.
Treatment & Provenance
Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Green, greenish-white, milky white, colorless; colourless to light green in transmitted light.
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3.5
- Rock tumbling
- Not recommended
- Density
- 2.81 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Ca2Fe2+(PO4)2 · 4H2O
- Elements
- Ca, Fe, H, O, P
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Anapaite FAQs
How do I identify Anapaite?
Anapaite can be identified by its hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale, Green color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Anapaite?
Anapaite typically appears in Green, greenish-white, milky white, colorless; colourless to light green in transmitted light.. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Anapaite?
Anapaite has a hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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