Tripuhyite
A variety of Minerals
What is Tripuhyite?
Tripuhyite is an iron antimonate mineral with composition FeSbO4.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Tripuhyite 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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Key Characteristics
Composition of Tripuhyite
FeSbO4 exhibits the rutile structure, with a tetragonal unit cell. The cations are octahedrally coordinated to oxygen anions, with the octahedra sharing edges along the c-direction. Fe(III) and Sb(V) cations are distributed in a disordered way over the octahedral sites.
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Yellowish brown, lemon-yellow, brown-black
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6 - 6.5
- Streak
- Yellow to brown
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Fe3+Sb5+O4
- Elements
- Fe, O, Sb
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Tripuhyite FAQs
How do I identify Tripuhyite?
Tripuhyite can be identified by its hardness of 6 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale, Yellowish brown color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Tripuhyite?
Tripuhyite typically appears in Yellowish brown, lemon-yellow, brown-black. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Tripuhyite?
Tripuhyite has a hardness of 6 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
What is the composition of tripuhyite of Tripuhyite?
FeSbO4 exhibits the rutile structure, with a tetragonal unit cell. The cations are octahedrally coordinated to oxygen anions, with the octahedra sharing edges along the c-direction. Fe(III) and Sb(V) cations are distributed in a disordered way over the octahedral sites.
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