Flamite
A variety of Minerals
What is Flamite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Flamite 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
- Greyish to yellowish
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5 - 5.5
- Rock tumbling
- With care
- Density
- 3.264 g/cm³
- Streak
- white
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Ca8-x(Na,K)x(SiO4)4-x(PO4)x From structure analysis (Gfeller et al. 2015)
- Elements
- Ca, K, Na, O, P, Si
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Flamite FAQs
How do I identify Flamite?
Flamite can be identified by its hardness of 5 - 5.5 on the Mohs scale, Greyish to yellowish color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Flamite?
Flamite typically appears in Greyish to yellowish. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Flamite?
Flamite has a hardness of 5 - 5.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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