How do I identify Veszelyite?

Veszelyite can be identified by its hardness of 3.5 - 4 on the Mohs scale, Green color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Veszelyite?

Veszelyite typically appears in Green, blue, greenish blue, dark blue; greenish blue in transmitted light. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Veszelyite?

Veszelyite has a hardness of 3.5 - 4 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

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What is Veszelyite?

Veszelyite is a rare phosphate mineral that is prized for its deep blue-green crystals with colorful sparkle. The crystals are usually very small; the largest crystals are 1 cm in length. Due to their rarity and attractiveness, these specimens are highly valuable and very expensive.

Uses & Applications

Veszelyite is an attractive and very rare blue mineral that is of great value to mineral collectors, with good specimens trading for thousands of dollars. On rare occasions, pieces of this mineral are worked into custom jewelry.

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Veszelyite Localities Map

See where Veszelyite is found with a localities map, collecting zones, and geology context. Generate a sample map preview below.

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: Green, blue, greenish blue, dark blue; greenish blue in transmitted light
Hardness (Mohs): 3.5 - 4
Density: 3.42 g/cm³
Streak: Green to white