Fluorcarletonite
A variety of Minerals
What is Fluorcarletonite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Fluorcarletonite 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
- Light blue to blue, colorless in thin sections
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 4 - 4.5
- Rock tumbling
- Not recommended
- Density
- 2.491 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- KNa4Ca4Si8O18(CO3)4F·H2O
- Elements
- C, Ca, F, H, K, Na, O, Si
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Fluorcarletonite FAQs
How do I identify Fluorcarletonite?
Fluorcarletonite can be identified by its hardness of 4 - 4.5 on the Mohs scale, Light blue to blue color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Fluorcarletonite?
Fluorcarletonite typically appears in Light blue to blue, colorless in thin sections. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Fluorcarletonite?
Fluorcarletonite has a hardness of 4 - 4.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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