Mineral description : Alurgite Alurgite (manganoan muscovite)

Picture pending, Alurgite from Russia???.

Mineral class Silicates : Phyllo silicates : Mica group
Chemical formula K(Al,Mn)2(OH)2(AlSi3O10)
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Color Copper red to orange red.
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Notes Alurgite isn't considered an unique mineral. It is a manganese muscovite.
Localities A rare mineral in Sweden with one good locality
  • Ultevis, Jokkmokk, Lappland. Locally very common.

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