Parisite-(la)
Parisite-(La)
A variety of Minerals
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What is Parisite-(la)?
Parisite-(La) is mineral discovered by Daniel Atencio of the University of São Paulo and colleagues in the Mula claim, Bahia, Brazil. Parisite-(La) is the lanthanum analog of parisite-(Ce), which has the same structure, but with cerium substituted for lanthanum. Parisite-(La) is chemically similar to synchysite-(La). The type material for parisite-(La) resides in the mineralogical collections of the Museu de Ciência e Técnica, Escola de Minas, Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil, and at the University of Arizona Mineral Museum, Tucson, Arizona.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Parisite-(la) 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.
Parisite-(la) Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Yellow-green to white
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 4 - 5
- Density
- 4.273 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- CaLa2(CO3)3F2
- Elements
- C, Ca, F, La, O
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Parisite-(la) FAQs
How do I identify Parisite-(la)?
Parisite-(la) can be identified by its hardness of 4 - 5 on the Mohs scale, Yellow-green to white color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Parisite-(la)?
Parisite-(la) typically appears in Yellow-green to white. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Parisite-(la)?
Parisite-(la) has a hardness of 4 - 5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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