Katophorite
A variety of Minerals
What is Katophorite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Katophorite 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.
Katophorite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- {Na}{CaNa}{Mg4Al}(AlSi7)O222 The katophorite group minerals are sodium-calcium amphiboles defined with A(Na+K+2Ca)> 0.5 apfu and 0.5 apfu < C(Al+Fe3++2Ti) < 1.5 apfu. katophorite is defined with A position: Na dominant C2+ position: Mg dominant C3+ position: Al dominant W position: (OH) dominant
- Elements
- Al, Ca, H, Mg, Na, O, Si
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Katophorite FAQs
How do I identify Katophorite?
Katophorite can be identified by its hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
How hard is Katophorite?
Katophorite has a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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