Leucophosphite
A variety of Leucophosphite Group
What is Leucophosphite?
Leucophosphite occurs in a variety of colors, including greens, yellows, purples, and browns. This mineral is usually transparent or translucent and relatively soft. Leucophosphite can either be the result of chemical reactions with bird or bat excrement or be formed with iron-rich deposits. The fracture is brittle and the streak is white.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Leucophosphite 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.
Leucophosphite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- White to greenish, buff, yellow-brown, orange-brown, pink, greenish brown, brownish purple
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3.5
- Density
- 2.911 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
- Luster
- Resinous, Dull, Sub-vitreous
- Crystal System
- Monoclinic
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- KFe3+2(PO4)2(OH) · 2H2O
- Elements
- Fe, H, K, O, P
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Leucophosphite FAQs
How do I identify Leucophosphite?
Leucophosphite can be identified by its hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale, White to greenish color, Resinous, Dull, Sub-vitreous luster, Monoclinic crystal system. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Leucophosphite?
Leucophosphite typically appears in White to greenish, buff, yellow-brown, orange-brown, pink, greenish brown, brownish purple. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Leucophosphite?
Leucophosphite has a hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.