Zincohögbomite-2N6S is a rare member of the högbomite group, characterized by its complex hexagonal stacking sequences. It is typically found as small, dark tabular crystals in high-grade metamorphic environments, often associated with zinc-rich minerals.

Hardness

6-7

Mohs

Luster

Vitreous

Streak

Brown

Transparency

Translucent

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Zincohögbomite-2N6S

Hardness: 6-7
Luster: Vitreous
Streak: Brown
Transparency: Translucent

Is this zincohögbomite-2n6s?

5-step field check

Run through these checks against the specimen in your hand. The more boxes tick, the more confident the ID.

1
Test the hardness
Try to scratch zincohögbomite-2n6s with a known reference. Zincohögbomite-2N6S sits at Mohs 6-7, softer than the next harder reference, harder than the previous one.
2
Check the streak
Drag the specimen across an unglazed porcelain plate. Streak: brown.
3
Read the luster
Hold the specimen under a strong light. Luster: vitreous.
4
Match the color range
Compare against the expected color range: dark brown, black.
5
Look at form & habit
Crystal system: hexagonal. Typical habit: tabular crystals.

Often found alongside zincohögbomite-2n6s

Minerals reported to co-occur with zincohögbomite-2n6s. Spotting these in float or country rock is a strong cue you are in the right ground.

All properties

Chemical formula: (Zn,Al)₇(Al,Fe,Ti,Mg)₁₆O₃₁(OH)
Mohs hardness: 6-7
Density: 4.2 g/cm³
Colors: Dark brown Black
Streak: Brown
Luster: Vitreous
Transparency: Translucent
Crystal system: Hexagonal
Crystal habit: Tabular crystals
Cleavage: None
Rarity: Rare
Uses: Collector
Host rock: metamorphic rocks

Where rockhounds find zincohögbomite-2n6s

Classic worldwide localities

Kola Peninsula, Russia
Pargas, Finland
Broken Hill, Australia

Field-hunting tip

Where it forms: metamorphic rocks. If you start seeing spinel, magnetite, corundum in float, you are in the right ground. Typical habit: tabular crystals. Train your eye for that shape before scanning the outcrop.

Common questions

How do you identify zincohögbomite-2n6s?+

Mohs hardness is 6-7. Luster: vitreous. The streak is brown. Common colors include dark brown, black.

Where is zincohögbomite-2n6s found?+

Notable localities include Kola Peninsula, Russia; Pargas, Finland; Broken Hill, Australia.

What minerals are found with zincohögbomite-2n6s?+

Zincohögbomite-2N6S commonly co-occurs with Spinel, Magnetite, Corundum, Sapphirine. Spotting any of these in float or country rock is a useful trip signal.

What kind of rock does zincohögbomite-2n6s form in?+

Where it forms: metamorphic rocks. Working float back to the host body is the standard way to chase a fresh occurrence.

What is zincohögbomite-2n6s used for?+

Zincohögbomite-2N6S is used in collector.

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