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Berthierite

A species of Minerals, Also known as Chazellite

Berthierite is a mineral, a sulfide of iron and antimony with formula FeSb2S4. It is steel grey in colour with a metallic lustre which can be covered by an iridescent tarnish. Because of its appearance it is often mistaken for stibnite. It was discovered in France in 1827 and named for the French chemist, Pierre Berthier (1782–1861).

Hardness:

2 - 3

Density:

4.66 g/cm³

General Info About Berthierite

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Physical Properties of Berthierite

Colors

Dark steel-grey, often with iridescent tarnish.

Streak

Dark brownish-grey.

Hardness

2 - 3 , Extremely soft to Soft

Density

4.66 g/cm³, Obviously Heavy Weight

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Chemical Properties of Berthierite

Formula

FeSb₂S₄

Elements listed

Fe, S, Sb

Common Impurities

Mn,Cu,Pb,Ag

Characteristics of Berthierite

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