Kampfite
A variety of Minerals
What is Kampfite?
Kampfite is translucent and light blue-gray in color. Specimens occur as irregular masses up to 1 cm (0.39 in) in size.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Kampfite 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.
Kampfite Localities Map
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Key Characteristics
Formation of Kampfite
Kampfite has been found in association with celsian, fresnoite, macdonaldite, pyrrhotite, titantaramellite, traskite, and witherite. The mineral is known only from locations in Fresno County, California. Kampfite is found in quartz-rich regions of sanbornite rocks within gneiss which has undergone contact metamorphism associated with an adjacent granodiorite intrusive.
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Light blue-grey
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3
- Density
- 3.45 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Ba12(Si11Al5)O31(CO3)8Cl5
- Elements
- Al, Ba, C, Cl, O, Si
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Kampfite FAQs
How do I identify Kampfite?
Kampfite can be identified by its hardness of 3 on the Mohs scale, Light blue-grey color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Kampfite?
Kampfite typically appears in Light blue-grey. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Kampfite?
Kampfite has a hardness of 3 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.
What is the formation of kampfite of Kampfite?
Kampfite has been found in association with celsian, fresnoite, macdonaldite, pyrrhotite, titantaramellite, traskite, and witherite. The mineral is known only from locations in Fresno County, California. Kampfite is found in quartz-rich regions of sanbornite rocks within gneiss which has undergone contact metamorphism associated with an adjacent granodiorite intrusive.
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