Milarite

Beryllium mineral From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Milarite is a rare beryl.[3] It is a member of the osumilite group.[4] Crystals of this mineral typically come in green or yellow.[5] The mineral gets name after Val Milar.[6]

CategoryMinerals
IMA symbolMil[1]
Crystal systemHexagonal
Mohs scale hardness6[2]
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Milarite
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CategoryMinerals
IMA symbolMil[1]
Crystal systemHexagonal
Identification
Mohs scale hardness6[2]
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Occurrence

The mineral can be found be found in countries like Switzerland, Brazil, Mexico, China, Namibia, and the United States.[7]

It can be found in Alpine fissures.[6] the mineral also occurs in marble xenoliths.[8]

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