Weight – 0.55 oz’s – 15.7 gm’s
Dimensions – 2.993″ x 1.479″ long/wide (7.604 x 3.757 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Jiang Xi Province, China
USD $36.00
SKU: M1797
This specimen is High Grade Stibnite, sometimes called Antimonite, it is a sulfide mineral. Featuring incredible lead grey metallic color with a blue hue and an incredibly shiny luster and amazing form with complete termination on one of the points!! White photos have been included to better gauge color. This specimen is in excellent condition!
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Weight – 0.55 oz’s – 15.7 gm’s
Dimensions – 2.993″ x 1.479″ long/wide (7.604 x 3.757 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Jiang Xi Province, China
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Stibnite is a striking and unmistakable mineral known for its elongated, metallic, blade-like crystal formations. It has been known and used by humankind for thousands of years and is the primary ore of antimony.
Historically, Stibnite was used in ancient civilizations for medicinal preparations, pigments, and cosmetics. In ancient Egypt, powdered stibnite was used as kohl for eye makeup, believed to protect against illness and ward off negative influences.
Major sources of fine crystal specimens include China, Japan, Romania, Italy, Mexico, and parts of South America. Modern high-quality specimens—especially large radiating sprays—are most commonly associated with China.
Because of its dramatic appearance and fragile nature, Stibnite is highly prized by collectors and advanced crystal workers alike.
Stibnite is a sulfide mineral composed of antimony trisulfide (Sb₂S₃). It crystallizes in the orthorhombic crystal system and commonly forms elongated prismatic or bladed crystals, often arranged in radiating or fan-like clusters.
Stibnite typically forms in hydrothermal veins, frequently associated with quartz, calcite, barite, and other sulfide minerals.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Species | Stibnite |
| Chemical Formula | Sb₂S₃ |
| Crystal System | Orthorhombic |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 2 |
| Luster | Metallic |
| Color | Lead-gray to steel-gray |
| Transparency | Opaque |
| Cleavage | Perfect in one direction |
| Defining Feature | Elongated bladed metallic crystals |
Due to its softness and perfect cleavage, Stibnite is extremely fragile and must be handled with great care.
⚠️ IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE:
Stibnite contains antimony and should never be used internally, in elixirs, or in water-based preparations.
⚠️ Handling:
Handle minimally. Do not touch crystal edges unnecessarily, as Stibnite is soft, brittle, and can shed fine particles.
🧼 Cleaning:
Do NOT use water. Clean only with a soft dry brush or compressed air.
☀️ Light:
Light-stable. No special light precautions required.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store in a padded container or display case. Avoid vibration or movement. Best displayed where it will not be disturbed.