Scapolite
Mineral Group: Scapolite Group
Key Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mohs Hardness | 6.0 (5.5-6) |
| Typical Size | 1-20 carats (commercial: 2-10 carats; medium sizes) |
| Typical Price Range | $20-200 per carat (commercial: $50-120; yellow and purple) |
| Rarity Level | Limited Occurrence |
| Availability Level | Limited Supply |
| Availability Driver | Limited Deposits |
| Investment Appropriateness | Fashion/Trend Gems |
Pricing
Typical Price
N/A
per carat
Listing Price
$37.31
per carat
Sold Price
$31.06
per carat
Discount Level
N/A
vs typical
Price Calculator
| Estimate Type | Total Value | Price per Carat |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Cost | - | - |
| Likely Listed Cost | - | - |
| Likely Sold Cost | - | - |
Detailed Descriptions
Rarity Description: Sodium calcium aluminum silicate; yellow and purple varieties most valued.
Availability Description: Available through specialty dealers; cat's eye variety rare.
Investment Description: Collector gem with attractive colors; limited investment potential; cat's eye valuable.
BEARISH
43.12
Score Components
Geo rarity
65
Mkt availability
65
Invest Appr
25
hardness
10
price
25
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Investment Ranking Calculation
The composite score of 43.12 is calculated using a weighted formula:
- Geological Rarity (25%): 65 points
- Market Availability (25%): 65 points
- Investment Appropriateness (25%): 25 points
- Hardness (12.5%): 10 points
- Price Range (12.5%): 25 points
Formula: (65 × 0.25) + (65 × 0.25) + (25 × 0.25) + (10 × 0.125) + (25 × 0.125) = 43.12
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Other gems in the Scapolite Group:
| Gem Type | Investment Ranking | Typical Price | Listing Price | Sold Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scapolite | Fashion/Trend Gems | - | $37.31/ct | $31.06/ct |
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