Kyawthuite
A variety of Minerals
What is Kyawthuite?
Kyawthuite is a rare mineral with a simple formula: BiSbO4. It is a natural bismuth antimonate. Kyawthuite is monoclinic, with space group I2/c, and is isostructural with clinocervantite, its trivalent-antimony-analogue. Kyawthuite is also an antimony-analogue of clinobisvanite. Kyawthuite was discovered in the vicinity of Mogok township in Myanmar, an area famous of various gemstone minerals.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Kyawthuite 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.
Kyawthuite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Reddish orange
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5.5
- Density
- 8.127 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Bi3+Sb5+O4
- Elements
- Bi, O, Sb
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Kyawthuite FAQs
How do I identify Kyawthuite?
Kyawthuite can be identified by its hardness of 5.5 on the Mohs scale, Reddish orange color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Kyawthuite?
Kyawthuite typically appears in Reddish orange. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Kyawthuite?
Kyawthuite has a hardness of 5.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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