Benauite
A variety of Minerals
What is Benauite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Benauite 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
- Yellow to Brown
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3.5
- Rock tumbling
- Not recommended
- Density
- 3.648 g/cm³
- Streak
- Yellowish
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- SrFe3+3(PO4)(PO3OH)(OH)6 May contain some S replacing P.
- Elements
- Fe, H, O, P, Sr
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Benauite FAQs
How do I identify Benauite?
Benauite can be identified by its hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale, Yellow to Brown color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Benauite?
Benauite typically appears in Yellow to Brown. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Benauite?
Benauite has a hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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