Freibergite

Formula: (Ag,Cu,Fe)12(Sb,As)4S13

Reflected/transmitted colour: opaque, polished section gray, in oil with a faint yellowish brown tint, brownish red internal reflections not uncommon, but scarcely spread

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Optical isotropy/anisotropy: polished section isotropic

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