Phenakite
Beryllium GroupKey Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mohs Hardness | 7.75 (7.5-8) |
| Typical Size | 0.5-20 carats (commercial: 1-10 carats; clean stones over 10 carats rare) |
| Typical Price Range | $500-5,000+ per carat (commercial: $1,000-3,000; fine colorless Russian $3,000-5,000+) |
| Rarity Level | Unique Geological |
| Availability Level | Collectors Market |
| Availability Driver | Limited Deposits |
| Investment Appropriateness | Emerging Investment Gems |
Pricing
Typical Price
$800.00
per carat
Listing Price
$155.58
per carat
Sold Price
$127.22
per carat
My Price
N/A
per carat
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BULLISH
75.0
Score Components
Geo rarity
85
Mkt availability
85
Invest Appr
75
hardness
45
price
65
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Detailed Descriptions
Rarity Description: Rare beryllium silicate; exceptionally clear crystals prized by collectors. Fine specimens from Russia, Brazil, and Madagascar.
Availability Description: Fine phenakite trades through specialty dealers and auctions; Russian material most valued; limited mainstream presence.
Investment Description: Rare beryllium mineral with exceptional clarity and brilliance; established collector market; Russian origin commands premium; good appreciation potential for finest specimens.
Seller Prices
| Seller | Faceted Price | Rough Price |
|---|---|---|
| shahim2015 | $127.22/ct | - |
Price History (Last 3 Years)
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Origin Variants
| Origin | Rarity | Price Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Burma | Very Rare | x2.00 |
| Brazil | Rare | x1.50 |
| Russia | Very Rare | x1.80 |
Color Variants
| Variant | Color | Rarity | Price Multiplier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorless Phenakite | Colorless | Common | x1.00 |
| Light Blue Phenakite | Light Blue | Rare | x1.00 |
| Pink Phenakite | Pink | Rare | x1.00 |
| Yellow Phenakite | Yellow | Uncommon | x1.00 |
Price Levels of Origin and Color Variants on MC
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Other gems in the Beryllium Group:
| Gem Type | Investment Ranking | Typical Price | Listing Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phenakite | Emerging Investment Gems | $800.00/ct | $155.58/ct | $127.22/ct |
| Euclase | Emerging Investment Gems | $600.00/ct | - | $1273.89/ct |
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