How do I identify Melcherite?

Melcherite can be identified by its Beige color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Melcherite?

Melcherite typically appears in Beige. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

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

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Chemical Formula: Ba2Na2Mg[Nb6O19] · 6H2O Originally approved as BaCa2MgNb6O19·6H2O, but formula was revised very soon after approval.
Elements: Ba, H, Mg, Na, Nb, O

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