Blödite
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What is Blödite?
Blödite or bloedite is a hydrated sodium magnesium sulfate mineral with formula: Na2Mg(SO4)2·4H2O. The mineral is clear to yellow in color often darkened by inclusions and forms monoclinic crystals. Blödite was first described in 1821 for an occurrence in a salt deposit in Ischler Salzberg, Bad Ischl, Gmunden, Austria and named for German mineralogist and chemist Karl August Blöde (1773–1820). It is found worldwide in evaporitic sedimentary environments such as the Great Salt Lake, Utah.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Blödite 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
- Colourless, bluish-green, reddish; colourless in transmitted light.
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 2.5 - 3
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Na2Mg(SO4)2 · 4H2O May contain some K replacing Na.
- Elements
- H, Mg, Na, O, S
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Blödite FAQs
How do I identify Blödite?
Blödite can be identified by its hardness of 2.5 - 3 on the Mohs scale, Colourless color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Blödite?
Blödite typically appears in Colourless, bluish-green, reddish; colourless in transmitted light.. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Blödite?
Blödite has a hardness of 2.5 - 3 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.
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