Zincovelesite-6N6S is a rare hexagonal oxide mineral belonging to the magnetoplumbite group. It is primarily known from the historic manganese mines of Långban, Sweden, where it forms small, dark tabular crystals associated with other manganese minerals.

Hardness

Mohs

Luster

Metallic

Streak

Black

Transparency

Opaque

mineralrareMagnetoplumbite Group family

Zincovelesite-6N6S

Hardness: 6
Luster: Metallic
Streak: Black
Transparency: Opaque

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Is this zincovelesite-6n6s?

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 zincovelesite-6n6s with a known reference. Zincovelesite-6N6S sits at Mohs 6 — softer than the next harder reference, harder than the previous one.
2
Check the streak
Drag the specimen across an unglazed porcelain plate. Zincovelesite-6N6S leaves a black streak.
3
Read the luster
Hold the specimen under a strong light. Zincovelesite-6N6S typically shows a metallic luster.
4
Match the color range
Compare against the expected color range: black, dark brown.
5
Look at form & habit
Crystal system: hexagonal. Typical habit: tabular crystals.

Often confused with

Zincovelesite-6N6S vs. its common look-alikes — and how to tell them apart in the field.

How to tell apart: Streak differs — Zincovelesite-6N6S leaves black, Hausmannite leaves brownish-red; luster reads metallic on Zincovelesite-6N6S and submetallic on Hausmannite.

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Often found alongside zincovelesite-6n6s

Minerals reported to co-occur with zincovelesite-6n6s. Spotting these in float or country rock is a strong cue you are in the right ground.

All properties

Chemical formula: (Zn,Mn²⁺,Mg)(Mn³⁺,Fe³⁺)₆O₁₁
Mohs hardness: 6
Density: 5.3 g/cm³
Colors: Black Dark Brown
Streak: Black
Luster: Metallic
Transparency: Opaque
Crystal system: Hexagonal
Crystal habit: Tabular Crystals
Cleavage: None
Rarity: Rare
Uses: Collector
Host rock: Metamorphosed Manganese Ore Deposits
Typical price: $50-300 per specimen

Where rockhounds find zincovelesite-6n6s

Classic worldwide localities

Långban, Sweden

Field-hunting tip

Look in metamorphosed manganese ore deposits country — that is the host setting where zincovelesite-6n6s typically forms. If you start seeing hausmannite, hedyphane, richterite in float, you are in the right ground. Field specimens usually show a tabular crystals habit, so train your eye for that shape before scanning the outcrop.

Common questions

How do you identify zincovelesite-6n6s?+

Mohs hardness is 6. It typically shows a metallic luster. The streak is black. Common colors include black, dark brown.

Where is zincovelesite-6n6s found?+

Notable localities include Långban, Sweden.

How much is zincovelesite-6n6s worth?+

Typical asking prices fall in the range of $50-300 per specimen. Quality, size, and provenance can move individual specimens well outside that range.

What rocks look like zincovelesite-6n6s?+

Zincovelesite-6N6S is most often confused with Magnetoplumbite, Hausmannite. A quick hardness test and a streak check separate the look-alikes faster than color alone.

What minerals are found with zincovelesite-6n6s?+

Zincovelesite-6N6S commonly co-occurs with Hausmannite, Hedyphane, Richterite, Baryte. Spotting any of these in float or country rock is a useful trip signal.

What kind of rock does zincovelesite-6n6s form in?+

Zincovelesite-6N6S typically forms in metamorphosed manganese ore deposits. Working float back to the host body is the standard way to chase a fresh occurrence.

What is zincovelesite-6n6s used for?+

Zincovelesite-6N6S is used in collector.

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