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Synchysite-(Y) in Hematite

#PD50557

Synchysite-(Y) in Hematite

#PD50557
Availability
Sold
Size
5.5 x 3 x 3 cm - Sm Cabinet 
Formula
CaY(CO3)2F (RRUFF)
Locality
Scrub Oak mine, Morris Co., New Jersey, United States
Tagged
carbonate , REE mineral

Red crystal grains to 3mm in Hematite matrix. Once called "doverite". It is the Type Locality for this mineral.

Type Locality

Synchysite-(Y)

Formula
CaY(CO3)2
Crystal System
Monoclinic 
Crystal Habit
Massive 
Cleavage
Distinct, None, None 
Luster
Earthy (Dull) 
Color
reddish brown 
Streak
brown 
Class
Monoclinic - Prismatic 
Hardness
6-6.5 

Data courtesy of Webmineral.

Special Info
Type Locality

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