Phosphoferrite
A variety of Minerals
What is Phosphoferrite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Phosphoferrite 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, pale green, reddish brown (altered); colourless to faintly tinted green in transmitted light.
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3 - 3.5
- Rock tumbling
- Not recommended
- Density
- 3 - 3.2 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- (Fe2+,Mn2+)3(PO4)2 · 3H2O
- Elements
- Fe, H, O, P
Also Known As
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Phosphoferrite FAQs
How do I identify Phosphoferrite?
Phosphoferrite can be identified by its hardness of 3 - 3.5 on the Mohs scale, Colourless color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Phosphoferrite?
Phosphoferrite typically appears in Colourless, pale green, reddish brown (altered); colourless to faintly tinted green in transmitted light.. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Phosphoferrite?
Phosphoferrite has a hardness of 3 - 3.5 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.
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