Benitoite
Cyclosilicate GroupKey Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mohs Hardness | 6.25 (6-6.5) |
| Typical Size | 0.1-5 carats (commercial: 0.25-2 carats; stones over 2 carats are very rare) |
| Typical Price Range | $3,000-10,000+ per carat (commercial: $4,000-7,000; California rarity) |
| Rarity Level | Singular Occurrence |
| Availability Level | Museum Grade Rarity |
| Availability Driver | Limited Deposits |
| Investment Appropriateness | Speculative Collector Gems |
Pricing
Typical Price
$1500.00
per carat
MC Price
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per carat
Listing Price
$2380.95
per carat
Sold Price
$289.02
per carat
My Price
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per carat
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BULLISH
74.38
Score Components
Geo rarity
100
Mkt availability
100
Invest Appr
50
hardness
10
price
85
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Detailed Descriptions
Rarity Description: Blue barium titanium silicate first discovered in California; gem-quality specimens are localized and rare.
Availability Description: Primarily appears at auction and via specialist dealers; outstanding pieces are directed to museums and high-end collectors.
Investment Description: California rarity with limited production; strong collector demand; proven appreciation for finest specimens; small but dedicated market; requires long-term holding.
Seller Prices
| Seller | Faceted Price | Rough Price | Asking PPC, Faceted | Asking PPC, Rough |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| crysta1gems | $819.16/ct | - | $2380.95/ct | - |
| preciouscarats | $127.41/ct | - | - | - |
| trueblueminerals | - | $44.52/ct | - | - |
Price History (Last 3 Years)
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Origin Variants
| Origin | Rarity | Price Multiplier | Multiplier in MC |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | Extremely Rare | x1.00 | - |
Color Variants
| Variant | Color | Rarity | Price Multiplier | Multiplier in MC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Benitoite | Blue | Very Rare | x1.00 | - |
| Colorless Benitoite | Colorless | Very Rare | x1.00 | - |
| Violet-Blue Benitoite | Violet-Blue | Very Rare | x1.00 | - |
Price Levels of Origin and Color Variants on MC
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Other gems in the Cyclosilicate Group:
| Gem Type | Investment Ranking | Typical Price | Listing Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benitoite | Speculative Collector Gems | $1500.00/ct | $2380.95/ct | $289.02/ct |
| Dioptase | Collector Gems | $80.00/ct | - | - |
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