Ikunolite

Formula:  Bi4(S,Se)3

Origin of name:  Locality; Ikuno mine, Hyogo Pref., Japan

 

Crystal system:  Hexagonal

Crystal class:  -3 2/m

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Colour:  Lead-gray

Diaphaneity:  Opaque

Luster:  Metallic

Habit:  Massive; minute grains

Hardness:  2

Specific gravity:  7.8

Cleavage:  1; {0001} perfect

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Streak:  Dark grey

 

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