Yedlinite

Formula: Pb6CrCl6(O,OH)8

Origin of name: for Leo Neal Yedlin (1908-1977), American collector of New Haven (Connecticut)

 

Crystal system: Trigonal

Crystal class: 3

Twinning:

Unit cell: a = 12.868, c = 9.821

 

Colour: Red-violet

Diaphaneity: Transparent to translucent

Luster: Vitreous

Habit: Crystals prismatic, to 1 mm

Hardness: about 2.5

Specific gravity: 5.85

Cleavage: 1; {11-20} distinct

Tenacity: Sectile

Streak: White

 

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