Germanite

Formula: Cu13Fe2Ge2S16

Species:

Colour: Pale greyish-pink

Lustre: Metallic, Dull

Hardness: 4

Specific Gravity: 4.46 – 4.59

Crystal System: Isometric

Member of: Germanite Group

Name: In allusion to the germanium content.

Type Locality: Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region – Namibia