Krieselite
A variety of Minerals
What is Krieselite?
Krieselite is a newly discovered naturally occurring mineral. Found in the Tsumeb mine in Tsumeb, Namibia at an unknown date and unknown depth, the mineral was first cataloged in 1994. Following the acceptance as a new mineral by the International Mineralogical Association in 2003, the material has been matched to unknown samples from the same mine in Namibia from 1972.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Krieselite 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.
Krieselite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Beige to white
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5.5 - 6.5
- Density
- 4.069 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- (Al,Ga)2(GeO4)(OH)2
- Elements
- Al, Ga, Ge, H, O
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Krieselite FAQs
How do I identify Krieselite?
Krieselite can be identified by its hardness of 5.5 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale, Beige to white color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Krieselite?
Krieselite typically appears in Beige to white. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Krieselite?
Krieselite has a hardness of 5.5 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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