Stibnite

 

Found in low-temperatures hydrothermal veins or replacement deposits and in hot spring deposits, this mineral is characterized by its bladed crystals and lead-gray color. The name reflects its antimony content. The Greek name for the mineral was “stibi” from whence came Latin stibium and the old name for the element antimony (Sb).

Mineral Photos courtesy of R.Weller/Cochise College