Arthurite

Arthurite is a mineral with the chemical formula CuFe₂³⁺[(OH,O)|(AsO₄,PO₄,SO₄)]₂·4H₂O[1]

In the monoclinic crystal system, it is apple-green in colour, with a Mohs hardness of 3-4, and a vitreous lustre.[1]

Arthurite is named for the mineralogists Sir Arthur Russell and Arthur W. G. Kingsbury. [1]

The type locality is the Hingston Down Consols mine near Gunnislake in Cornwall, in the United Kingdom, where it was discovered in 1964.[1][2]

References

1. ^ a b c d Arthurite: Arthurite mineral information and data
2. ^ Embrey, P. G.; Symes, R. F.. "The mines and mining". Minerals of Cornwall and Devon. London: British Museum (Natural History). pp. p.58. ISBN 0565009893.


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