How do I identify Iodargyrite?

Iodargyrite can be identified by its hardness of 1.5 - 2 on the Mohs scale, Colourless (fresh); pale yellow color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Iodargyrite?

Iodargyrite typically appears in Colourless (fresh); pale yellow, yellow, greenish yellow, brownish, grayish. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Iodargyrite?

Iodargyrite has a hardness of 1.5 - 2 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.

Iodargyrite

A variety of Minerals

What is Iodargyrite?

Iodyrite or iodargyrite is a natural mineral form of silver iodide. Hardness is 1.5 to 2. Related are chlorargyrite and bromargyrite.

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Quick Facts

Physical Properties

Color: Colourless (fresh); pale yellow, yellow, greenish yellow, brownish, grayish
Hardness (Mohs): 1.5 - 2
Density: 5.7 g/cm³
Streak: Yellow (shining)