Bavenite specimens for sale
1 for sale · $450 USD
3 in the gallery
Bavenite is a phosphate-free silicate mineral with a complex calcium and beryllium aluminum silicon oxide composition. It commonly forms prismatic to acute-angled crystals that can be translucent to transparent and exhibit a vitreous to resinous luster. Crystals may be colorless, pale yellow, or faintly tinted, often occurring in aggregates or as terminal faces on larger mineral specimens. Notable specimens have been found in Italy and Pakistan, with localities that have produced well-formed, aesthetic crystals embedded in associated minerals.
- Formula
- Ca4Be2Al2Si9O26(OH)2
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Moderate Interest
- Classification notes
- Silicate mineral; complex framework silicate containing Ca, Be, Al, Si, O and OH
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Collectors appreciate bavenite for its delicate crystal habits and its rarity in high-quality, well-formed specimens. Its association with other beryllium-bearing minerals makes it a sought-after piece for cabinet displays and mineral collections seeking diverse silicate species. While individual piece size varies, the mineral's technical appeal lies in its precise crystallography and the subtle beauty of its facets, which reward careful examination under magnification.