Richetite
A variety of Minerals
What is Richetite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Richetite 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.
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Coffee-brown to black, green
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 3.5
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- (Fe3+,Mg)Pb 8.6(UO2)36O36(OH)24•41H2O The correct formula (the structural one, simplified) is (Fe,Mg)0.5Pb4.5(U5+(UO2)17O18(OH)14](H2O)~19.5 (Plášil, 2017).
- Elements
- Fe, H, Mg, O, Pb, U
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Richetite FAQs
How do I identify Richetite?
Richetite can be identified by its hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale, Coffee-brown to black color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Richetite?
Richetite typically appears in Coffee-brown to black, green. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Richetite?
Richetite has a hardness of 3.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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