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Digenite specimens for sale
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Digenite is a copper sulfide mineral that typically forms metallic, gray to dark bronze crystals and granular masses. It often displays a bright metallic luster and a coppery undertone, with a compact, opaque appearance and is frequently associated with other sulfide minerals in hydrothermal ore veins. Crystals are rare, but when present they can exhibit sharp faces and cubic or issued forms, adding a striking counterpoint to more common sulfide assemblages. Specimens from major localities have highlighted rich, lustrous surfaces that polish well for display.
- Formula
- Cu9S5
- Rarity
- Common
- Stability
- Moderately Stable
- Collector interest
- Moderate Interest
- Classification notes
- Sulfide; copper sulfide, chalcocite group
Key characteristics
- Crystal system
- isometric
- Mohs hardness
- 2.5–3
- Specific gravity
- 5.5–5.7
- Luster
- metallic
- Transparency
- opaque
- Color
- black, gray, blue
- Streak
- black, gray
- Cleavage
- poor
- Fracture
- conchoidal, uneven
- Crystal habit
- granular, massive
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Top localities
- Norway1 specimen
About Digenite
Notable collections feature digenite from the USA,DR Congo, Germany, Namibia, and Norway, where high-quality crystal clusters or well-formed masses have been recovered from sulfide-rich hydrothermal environments. For collectors, digenite offers visual appeal through its metallic sheen and compact habit, and it serves as an interesting example of copper sulfide chemistry alongside other sulfide minerals. Its occurrence with accessory minerals and its geological context in hydrothermal ore systems make it a compelling piece for display and study.
