Mawbyite
A variety of Minerals
What is Mawbyite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Mawbyite 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
- Orange-brown, red-brown; rarely green
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 4
- Rock tumbling
- Not recommended
- Density
- 5.53 g/cm³
- Streak
- Orange-yellow
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- PbFe3+2(AsO4)2(OH)2 Fe3+ may be replaced by minor Zn.
- Elements
- As, Fe, H, O, Pb
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Mawbyite FAQs
How do I identify Mawbyite?
Mawbyite can be identified by its hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale, Orange-brown color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Mawbyite?
Mawbyite typically appears in Orange-brown, red-brown; rarely green. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Mawbyite?
Mawbyite has a hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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