Hashemite
ID: 58
Hashemite
Chemical Formula
Ba(Cr,S)O₄
Hardness (Mohs)
3.5
Crystal System
Orthorhombic
Streak
Brownish White
Luster
Adamantine
Diaphaneity
Translucent
Color
Brown to yellow
Cleavage
Perfect {001}, good {010} {100}
Density
between 4.54 and 4.59
Fun Facts
This rare barium chromate sulfate mineral was discovered in Jordan and named after the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, highlighting its specific geographic origin. A very rare barium chromate mineral. It belongs to the baryte group of minerals. Fracture: Irregular.