Stibnite |
This sample is from Puhipuhi, Northland, North Island, New Zealand.
The dark needle-like crystals are stibnite.
Stibnite |
It is also known as Antimonite, Sb2S3: and Antimony Trisulfide
Stibnite |
It has been used in cosmetics since 3000 BC. It is a component of modern safety matches. Large deposits of it are rare.
Thanks to Wikipedia for the information provided.
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