Helvine
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What is Helvine?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Helvine 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.
Helvine Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Golden yellow, brown, red, gray-yellow, yellow-green
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6 - 6.5
- Density
- 3.23 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Be3Mn2+4(SiO4)3S
- Elements
- Be, Mn, O, S, Si
Also Known As
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Helvine FAQs
How do I identify Helvine?
Helvine can be identified by its hardness of 6 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale, Golden yellow color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Helvine?
Helvine typically appears in Golden yellow, brown, red, gray-yellow, yellow-green. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Helvine?
Helvine has a hardness of 6 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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