IMA mineral species

Colchesterite

Bi³⁺₂Mo⁶⁺₂O₉

Mineral.

Properties

Chemical formulaBi³⁺₂Mo⁶⁺₂O₉
ElementsBi, Mo, O
Crystal systemMonoclinic
Mohs hardness—
Density—
Streak—
Color—
IMA symbolCchs
Nickel–Strunz class4.DE.

“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.

🌍 Where it's found

Type locality (where it was first described): Kingsgate, Australia

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  • Notable source / deposit
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Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.