Aragonite

Carbonate Group

Key Properties

Property Value
Mohs Hardness 3.75 (3.5-4)
Typical Size 1-50+ carats (commercial: any size for specimens and cabochons)
Typical Price Range $2-30 per carat (commercial: $5-15; specimen quality)
Rarity Level Abundant Minerals
Availability Level Consistently Available
Availability Driver Consistent Deposits
Investment Appropriateness Non-Investment Gems

Pricing

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Listing Price
$0.54
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Sold Price
$1.20
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VERY BEARISH
13.75

Score Components

Geo rarity
35
Mkt availability
10
Invest Appr
5
hardness
5
price
5

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Detailed Descriptions

Rarity Description: Calcium carbonate polymorph; forms prismatic crystals and stalactitic masses. Too soft for jewelry wear; primarily collector specimens.

Availability Description: Widely available worldwide; popular for mineral specimens and decorative use.

Investment Description: Soft collector mineral; no jewelry durability; no investment potential; specimen interest only.

Seller Prices

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