Cacoxenite
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What is Cacoxenite?
Cacoxenite is typically a yellow-brown colored mineral with a silky luster. It commonly appears as a mineral trapped within quartz which may or may not lend value to the stone’s visual appeal. With a low hardness level, it is not well suited for jewelry design. The principal appeal of the stone is as a specimen for mineral collectors.
Uses & Applications
Cacoxenite is commonly associated with iron deposits, and as such can be an important indicator of iron ores located nearby. However, cacoxenite is not always seen as an exciting discovery because its phosphorus content can degrade the iron and lessen its value.
Healing Properties
Cacoxenite is believed to have regenerative powers that will help a person shed their old life for a new, higher purpose. Often referred to as the stone of ascension, it is said to improve spiritual awareness and to awaken the creative energies, ideas and innovations hidden within the Third Eye and Crown chakras. It is often used during full and new moon rituals and is believed to transfer healing energy to the earth.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Cacoxenite 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.
Cacoxenite Localities Map
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Associated Chakras
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Yellow to brownish yellow, reddish orange, golden yellow, deep orange, green, yellow in transmitted light
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3 - 4
- Density
- 2.217 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
- Luster
- Silky
- Crystal System
- Hexagonal
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Fe3+24AlO6(PO4)17(OH)12 · 75H2O
- Elements
- Al, Fe, H, O, P
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Cacoxenite FAQs
How do I identify Cacoxenite?
Cacoxenite can be identified by its hardness of 3 - 4 on the Mohs scale, Yellow to brownish yellow color, Silky luster, Hexagonal crystal system. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Cacoxenite?
Cacoxenite typically appears in Yellow to brownish yellow, reddish orange, golden yellow, deep orange, green, yellow in transmitted light. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Cacoxenite?
Cacoxenite has a hardness of 3 - 4 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.
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