Oenite
A variety of Minerals
What is Oenite?
Oenite is a mineral discovered in the Tunaberg Cu-Co-sulfide skarns, Bergslagen, Sweden, with the formula CoSbAs.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Oenite 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
- Silver white
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5 - 5.5
- Rock tumbling
- With care
- Density
- 7.91 g/cm³
- Streak
- Gray
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- CoSbAs
- Elements
- As, Co, Sb
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Oenite FAQs
How do I identify Oenite?
Oenite can be identified by its hardness of 5 - 5.5 on the Mohs scale, Silver white color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Oenite?
Oenite typically appears in Silver white. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Oenite?
Oenite has a hardness of 5 - 5.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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