Healer's Gold
Healers Gold
What is Healer's Gold?
Healer's Gold is a trading name for a stone made from pyrite and magnetite and mined in Arizona, USA. Made up almost entirely of iron, this material with metallic luster is extremely heavy. It's a highly sought mineral, mainly due to its rarity and unusual appearance.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Healer's Gold 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
- black, gold, golden yellow
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5.5 - 6.5
- Rock tumbling
- With care
- Density
- 5.02 - 5.18 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- n{Fe2+Fe3+2O4} p{FeS2}
- Elements
- O, Fe, S
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Healer's Gold FAQs
How do I identify Healer's Gold?
Healer's Gold can be identified by its hardness of 5.5 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale, black color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Healer's Gold?
Healer's Gold typically appears in black, gold, golden yellow. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Healer's Gold?
Healer's Gold has a hardness of 5.5 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.