Bazzite
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What is Bazzite?
Bazzite is a beryllium scandium cyclosilicate mineral with chemical formula: Be3Sc2Si6O18 (Be3(Sc,Fe)2Si6O18 or Be3(Sc,Al)2Si6O18). It crystallizes in the hexagonal crystal system typically as small blue hexagonal crystals up to 2 cm length. It has a Mohs hardness of 6.5-7 and a specific gravity of 2.77 to 2.85. It is hard to distinguish from blue beryl. Occurs in miarolitic cavities in granite, in alpine veins and in scandium bearing granitic pegmatites. It occurs associated with quartz, orthoclase, muscovite, laumontite, albite, hematite, calcite, chlorite, fluorite, beryl and bavenite. It was first described from an occurrence in Baveno, Italy. Named after the discoverer, the Italian engineer Alessandro E. Bazzi.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Bazzite 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.
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Deep blue or other shades of blue, blue-green.
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6.5 - 7
- Density
- 2.82 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Be3Sc2(Si6O18)
- Elements
- Be, O, Sc, Si
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Bazzite FAQs
How do I identify Bazzite?
Bazzite can be identified by its hardness of 6.5 - 7 on the Mohs scale, Deep blue or other shades of blue color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Bazzite?
Bazzite typically appears in Deep blue or other shades of blue, blue-green.. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Bazzite?
Bazzite has a hardness of 6.5 - 7 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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