Kochite
A variety of Minerals
What is Kochite?
Kochite is a rare silicate mineral with chemical formula of (Na,Ca)3Ca2(Mn,Ca)ZrTi[(F,O)4(Si2O7)2] or double that. Kochite is a member of the rosenbuschite group.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Kochite 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.
Kochite Localities Map
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Key Characteristics
Formation of Kochite
Kochite is found in the alkaline igneous complex of East Greenland and is named after Danish geologist Lauge Koch (1892-1964), a geologist who overturned the previous conception of Greenland's landscapes. It is the titanium – manganese analog of rosenbuschite and occurs in nepheline syenite associated with nepheline, alkali feldspar, and låvenite in the Werner Bjerge alkaline complex along the eastern coast of Greenland.
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Colourless to pale brown
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5
- Density
- 3.32 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Na3Ca2MnZrTi(Si2O7)2OF3
- Elements
- Ca, F, Mn, Na, O, Si, Ti, Zr
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Kochite FAQs
How do I identify Kochite?
Kochite can be identified by its hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale, Colourless to pale brown color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Kochite?
Kochite typically appears in Colourless to pale brown. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Kochite?
Kochite has a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
What is the formation of kochite of Kochite?
Kochite is found in the alkaline igneous complex of East Greenland and is named after Danish geologist Lauge Koch (1892-1964), a geologist who overturned the previous conception of Greenland's landscapes. It is the titanium – manganese analog of rosenbuschite and occurs in nepheline syenite associated with nepheline, alkali feldspar, and låvenite in the Werner Bjerge alkaline complex along the eastern coast of Greenland.
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