Laphamite

Formula: As2(Se,S)3

Origin of name:  For Davis Lapham, American mineralogist

 

Crystal system:  Monoclinic

Crystal class:  2/m

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Colour:  Dark red

Diaphaneity:  Translucent to nearly opaque

Luster:  Resinous

Habit:  Crystals tabular, euhedral or partially resorbed

Hardness:  1

Specific gravity:  4.5

Cleavage:  1; {010} perfect

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Streak:  Red-orange

 

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