Abramovite

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Abramovite specimen

What is Abramovite?

Abramovite is a very rare mineral from the sulfides and sulfosalt categories. It has the chemical formula Pb2SnInBiS7. It occurs as tiny elongated lamellar-shaped crystals, up 1 mm × 0.2 mm in size, and is characterized by its non-commensurate structure.

Etymology & Origins

Abramovite is named after the mineralogist Dmitry Vadimovich Abramov (born 1963) of the A.E. Fersman Museum, Russia. It was discovered as fumarole crust on the Kudriavy (Kudryavyi) volcano, Iturup Island, Kuril Islands, Sakhalin Oblast, Far East Region, Russia.

Market Value Factors

Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Abramovite before comparing listings or appraisals.

Size & Weight

Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.

Rarity & Demand

Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.

Condition & Finish

Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.

Treatment & Provenance

Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.

Applies to all rocks & minerals.

Abramovite Localities Map

See where Abramovite is found with a localities map, collecting zones, and geology context. Generate a sample map preview below.

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North ZoneCentral RidgeSouth Basin

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Key Characteristics

Formation of Abramovite

Abramovite is a product of precipitation from fumarolic gases (600 °C [1,112 °F]) in an active stratovolcano.

Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color
Silvery Black
Streak
Black

Chemical Properties

Chemical Formula
Pb2SnInBiS7
Elements
Bi, In, Pb, S, Sn
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Abramovite FAQs

How do I identify Abramovite?

Abramovite can be identified by its Silvery Black color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Abramovite?

Abramovite typically appears in Silvery Black. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

What is the formation of abramovite of Abramovite?

Abramovite is a product of precipitation from fumarolic gases (600 °C [1,112 °F]) in an active stratovolcano.

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