Kapitsaite-(y)
Kapitsaite-(Y)
A variety of Minerals
What is Kapitsaite-(y)?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Kapitsaite-(y) 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
- Pale pink
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5.5
- Density
- 3.79 g/cm³
- Streak
- white
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- (Ba,K,Pb)4(Y,Ca)2Si8(B,Si)4O28F more correctly given as Ba4(YCa)[Si8B2B2O28]F (Hawthorne et al, 2018)
- Elements
- B, Ba, Ca, F, K, O, Pb, Si, Y
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Kapitsaite-(y) FAQs
How do I identify Kapitsaite-(y)?
Kapitsaite-(y) can be identified by its hardness of 5.5 on the Mohs scale, Pale pink color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Kapitsaite-(y)?
Kapitsaite-(y) typically appears in Pale pink. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Kapitsaite-(y)?
Kapitsaite-(y) has a hardness of 5.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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