Chalcothallite

Formula: Tl2(Cu,Fe)6SbS4

Reflected/transmitted colour: polished section white to light gray with brownish creamy tint

Pleochroism: notable in air

Optical isotropy/anisotropy: polished section distinct anisotropy, orange-brown tints

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Birefringence δ/bireflectance polished section, air noticeable, colourless or weak blue, and pinkish lavender

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