Verbeekite
A variety of Minerals
What is Verbeekite?
Verbeekite is a rare mineral consisting of palladium diselenide PdSe2. This transition metal dichalcogenide has an unusual monoclinic structure, with pairs of selenium atoms existing as dimers forming layers between palladium atom sheets. Unit cell dimensions are 1=6.710 b=4.154 c=8914 Å β=92.42° V=248.24 Å. Palladium diselenide has five polymorphs. Verbeekite can be synthesised at 11.5 GPa pressure and 1300 °C. Monolayer PdSe2 has been predicted and synthesized as an electronic material. The mineral was discovered in 2002 from the Musonoi Cu-Co-Mn-U mine, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Verbeekite was named after geologist Théodore Verbeek who studied minerals at that mine between 1955 and 1967.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Verbeekite 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.
Verbeekite Localities Map
See where Verbeekite is found with a localities map, collecting zones, and geology context. Generate a sample map preview below.
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- black
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5.5
- Density
- 7.211 g/cm³
- Streak
- black
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- PdSe2
- Elements
- Pd, Se
Identify Verbeekite Instantly
- Snap a photo, get instant results
- 6,700+ rocks, minerals & crystals
- Discover collecting spots near you
Verbeekite FAQs
How do I identify Verbeekite?
Verbeekite can be identified by its hardness of 5.5 on the Mohs scale, black color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Verbeekite?
Verbeekite typically appears in black. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Verbeekite?
Verbeekite has a hardness of 5.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
%252FAbenakiite-(ce)-01.jpg&size=small)
