Welshite
A variety of Minerals
What is Welshite?
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Welshite 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.
Welshite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Reddish black, reddish brown. brown-black; Brownish orange in transmitted light
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6
- Density
- 3.948 g/cm³
- Streak
- Pale brown
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Ca4Mg9Sb3O4[Si6Be3AlFe2O36]
- Elements
- Al, Be, Ca, Fe, Mg, O, Sb, Si
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Welshite FAQs
How do I identify Welshite?
Welshite can be identified by its hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, Reddish black color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Welshite?
Welshite typically appears in Reddish black, reddish brown. brown-black; Brownish orange in transmitted light. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Welshite?
Welshite has a hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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