Stanfieldite
A variety of Minerals
What is Stanfieldite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Stanfieldite 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
- Amber to pale red
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 4 - 5
- Rock tumbling
- Not recommended
- Density
- 3.15 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Ca4Mg5(PO4)6 formula likelly to be modified (Britvin et al 2020) to: Ca7M2Mg9(PO4)12 (where M denotes Ca, Mg and Fe); see below for details
- Elements
- Ca, Mg, O, P
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Stanfieldite FAQs
How do I identify Stanfieldite?
Stanfieldite can be identified by its hardness of 4 - 5 on the Mohs scale, Amber to pale red color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Stanfieldite?
Stanfieldite typically appears in Amber to pale red. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Stanfieldite?
Stanfieldite has a hardness of 4 - 5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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