Gortdrumite

Formula:  (Cu,Fe)6Hg2S5

Origin of name:   Form locality, Gortdrum deposit, Ireland

 

Crystal system:  Orthorhombic

Crystal class:  Unknown

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Colour:  Blackish lead-gray

Diaphaneity:  Opaque

Luster:  Metallic

Habit:  Submicroscopic grains

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Specific gravity:  6.80

Cleavage:  None

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Comments:  Found only in polished section

 

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