Kalininite
A variety of Minerals
What is Kalininite?
Kalininite (ZnCr2S4) is a thiospinel mineral found in Russia in 1985 in the Pereval Marble Quarry, Slyudyanka (Sludyanka), Lake Baikal area, Irkutskaya Oblast', Prebaikalia (Pribaikal'e), Eastern-Siberian Region. It was named for P. V. Kalinin, Russian mineralogist and petrologist, investigator of the southern Baikal region.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Kalininite 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.
Kalininite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Black
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5
- Density
- 4.045 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- ZnCr2S4
- Elements
- Cr, S, Zn
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Kalininite FAQs
How do I identify Kalininite?
Kalininite can be identified by its hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale, Black color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Kalininite?
Kalininite typically appears in Black. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Kalininite?
Kalininite has a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
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