IMA mineral species
Zincgartrellite
PbZn₂(AsO₄)₂(H₂O,OH)₂
Arsenate mineral.
Properties
⛏ Mohs hardness4.5
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A steel knife scratches it, it won't scratch glass.
⚖ Density5.3 g/cm³
Very heavy
| Chemical formula | PbZn₂(AsO₄)₂(H₂O,OH)₂ |
|---|---|
| Elements | Pb, Zn, As, O, H |
| Crystal system | Triclinic |
| Mohs hardness | 4.5 |
| Density | 5.3 g/cm³ |
| Streak | — |
| Color | — |
| IMA symbol | Zgtl |
| Nickel–Strunz class | 8.CG.20 |
“—” means no reliable value in Wikidata yet. Check Mindat for full data.
🌍 Where it's found
Type locality (where it was first described): Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
- Type locality
- Notable source / deposit
- Country of origin
Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.
Learn more
- Zincgartrellite on Mindat.org
- Wikidata item Q4024455 (source of this page's data – you can correct it there)
IMA mineral species
4–5
Triclinic