Lyonsite

Formula: Cu3Fe4(VO4)6

Origin of name:  For John Lyons, American mineralogist

 

Crystal system:  Orthorhombic

Crystal class:  2/m 2/m 2/m

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Colour:  Black

Diaphaneity:  Opaque

Luster:  Metallic

Habit:  Euhedral lath-like crystals to 230 µm

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Cleavage:  1; {001} good

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Streak:  Dark gray

 

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