| Bayldonite | |
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| General | |
| Category | Arsenate minerals |
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Formula (repeating unit) |
PbCu3(AsO4)2(OH)2 |
| Strunz classification | 8.BH.45 |
| Crystal system | Monoclinic |
| Crystal class | Prismatic (2/m) (same H-M symbol) |
| Space group | C2/c |
| Identification | |
| Color | Green, apple-green |
| Crystal habit | Mammillary crust |
| Mohs scale hardness | 4½ |
| Luster | Resinous |
| Density | 5.24–5.65 g/cm3 (measured), 5.707 g/cm3 (calculated) |
| References | |
Bayldonite (BAIL-done-ite) is a rare secondary mineral with the chemical formula PbCu3(AsO4)2(OH)2. It was first discovered in Penberthy Croft Mine, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is named after its discoverer, John Bayldon (1837(8) – 1872). Specimens are also found in Tsumeb, Namibia, and Arizona, United States. It is sometimes used a gemstone.