Koenenite
A variety of Minerals
What is Koenenite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Koenenite 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
- Colourless; tinted pale yellow to deep red due to included hematite. Reddish brown to colourless in transmitted light.
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 1.5
- Rock tumbling
- Not recommended
- Density
- 1.82 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Na4Mg9Al4Cl12(OH)22
- Elements
- Al, Cl, H, Mg, Na, O
Also Known As
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Koenenite FAQs
How do I identify Koenenite?
Koenenite can be identified by its hardness of 1.5 on the Mohs scale, Colourless; tinted pale yellow to deep red due to included hematite. Reddish brown to colourless in transmitted light. color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Koenenite?
Koenenite typically appears in Colourless; tinted pale yellow to deep red due to included hematite. Reddish brown to colourless in transmitted light.. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Koenenite?
Koenenite has a hardness of 1.5 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.
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