Parkerite

Formula: Ni3(Bi,Pb)2S2

Origin of name: for R. Parker, Swiss mineralogist

 

Crystal system: monoclinic

Crystal class: 2/m 2/m 2/m

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Colour: bronze

Diaphaneity: opaque

Luster: metallic

Habit: massive, minute grains

Hardness: 2

Specific gravity: 8.4

Cleavage: 1; {010} excellent

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Streak: black

 

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