Elpidite
A variety of Minerals
What is Elpidite?
Elpidite is a hydrated sodium zirconium silicate mineral. Crystal fibrous, always in a white to yellowish color. Most of the notable specimens came from the famous Mont Saint-Hilaire Mine, Canada. The name of this mineral came from the Greek word "hope", it was a new mineral found in a potential Greenland mine, the researchers who named it hoped more new minerals would be found.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Elpidite 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.
Elpidite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Colorless, white, gray, yellowish, orange, brown, beige
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5
- Density
- 2.59 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
- Luster
- Vitreous, Silky, Dull, Waxy
- Crystal System
- Orthorhombic
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Na2ZrSi6O15 · 3H2O
- Elements
- H, Na, O, Si, Zr
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Elpidite FAQs
How do I identify Elpidite?
Elpidite can be identified by its hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale, Colorless color, Vitreous, Silky, Dull, Waxy luster, Orthorhombic crystal system. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Elpidite?
Elpidite typically appears in Colorless, white, gray, yellowish, orange, brown, beige. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Elpidite?
Elpidite has a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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