Gabrielsonite

Formula:  PbFe(AsO4)(OH)

Origin of name:  For Olof Gabrielson, Swedish mineralogist

 

Crystal system:  Orthorhombic

Crystal class:  mm2

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Colour:  Black

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Luster:  Adamantine

Habit:  Crystals crude, in masses and aggregates

Hardness:  3.5

Specific gravity:  6.67

Cleavage:  None

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Streak:  Pale chocolate brown

 

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