Temagamite
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What is Temagamite?
Temagamite is a bright white palladium mercury telluride mineral with a hardness of 2 ⁄2 on the Mohs scale. Its chemical formula is Pd3HgTe3. It was discovered at the Temagami Mine on Temagami Island, Lake Temagami in 1973, and it represents a rare mineral in the Temagami Greenstone Belt. It occurs as microscopic inclusions within massive chalcopyrite at Temagami in association with other rare tellurides: merenskyite, stützite, hessite and an unnamed Pd-Hg-Ag telluride. In addition to the discovery locality, it has been reported from the Stillwater igneous complex in Montana and the New Rambler copper–nickel mine in the Medicine Bow Mountains of Wyoming.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Temagamite 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.
Temagamite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Bright white
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 2.5
- Density
- 9.45 g/cm³
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Pd3HgTe3
- Elements
- Hg, Pd, Te
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Temagamite FAQs
How do I identify Temagamite?
Temagamite can be identified by its hardness of 2.5 on the Mohs scale, Bright white color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Temagamite?
Temagamite typically appears in Bright white. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Temagamite?
Temagamite has a hardness of 2.5 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.
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