Wöhlerite
A variety of Minerals
What is Wöhlerite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Wöhlerite 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
- Honey yellow, wine yellow to sulfur yellow, light to dark yellow, brown, gray
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5.5 - 6
- Rock tumbling
- With care
- Density
- 3.42 g/cm³
- Streak
- Yellowish white; pale yellow
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- NaCa2(Zr,Nb)(Si2O7)(O,OH,F)2
- Elements
- Ca, F, H, Na, Nb, O, Si, Zr
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Wöhlerite FAQs
How do I identify Wöhlerite?
Wöhlerite can be identified by its hardness of 5.5 - 6 on the Mohs scale, Honey yellow color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Wöhlerite?
Wöhlerite typically appears in Honey yellow, wine yellow to sulfur yellow, light to dark yellow, brown, gray. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Wöhlerite?
Wöhlerite has a hardness of 5.5 - 6 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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