Goshenite

Mineral Group: Beryl Group

Key Properties

Property Value
Mohs Hardness 8.0 (8)
Typical Size 0.5-20 carats (commercial: 1-10 carats; larger sizes available but less in demand)
Typical Price Range $10-50 per carat (commercial: $15-30; limited demand affects pricing)
Rarity Level Abundant Minerals
Availability Level Consistently Available
Availability Driver Consistent Deposits
Investment Appropriateness Non-Investment Gems

Detailed Descriptions

Rarity Description: Colorless beryl — occurs regularly where beryl forms and is relatively widespread.

Availability Description: Widely available as a budget-friendly clear beryl; commonly sold in bulk and through online dealers and specimen markets.

Investment Description: Abundant colorless beryl with minimal market demand; no investment potential due to low desirability and ready availability; purely decorative use.

Colors

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Investment Ranking Calculation

The composite score of 21.88 is calculated using a weighted formula:

  • Geological Rarity (25%): 35 points
  • Market Availability (25%): 10 points
  • Investment Appropriateness (25%): 5 points
  • Hardness (12.5%): 65 points
  • Price Range (12.5%): 10 points

Formula: (35 × 0.25) + (10 × 0.25) + (5 × 0.25) + (65 × 0.125) + (10 × 0.125) = 21.88

VERY BEARISH
21.88

Score Components

Geo rarity
35
Mkt availability
10
Invest Appr
5
hardness
65
price
10