2 pounds 6 oz , Rare Metalic Stibnite / Antimony Mineral Ore Specimen, Nevada For Sale

Collected this specimen in Nevada, summer 2026

Nice Collection specimen weighs 2 pounds 6 oz.

, ..................Stibnite (Sb₂S₃) is the primary ore mineral of the metalloid antimony (Sb). It is asoft, steel-gray sulfide mineral that crystallizes in the orthorhombic systemand often forms long, slender, radiating crystal clusters. With a rich historyof use in cosmetics and alchemy, stibnite remains a vital source for globaltechnology and defense.

Key Characteristics and Properties

• Composition: Contains about 71.7% antimony and 28.3% sulfur.
• Physical Traits: It is extremely soft (Mohs hardness of 2) and can even be scratched by a fingernail. It has a high specific gravity (4.63) and a brilliant metallic luster.
• Chemical Symbol: The chemical symbol for antimony (Sb) derives from the ancient Latin name for stibnite, stibium.
• Alteration: When exposed to weathering and oxidation, stibnite frequently transforms into stibiconite, an earthy, yellow secondary mineral.

Economic and Strategic Importance

Stibnite and itsextracted metal, antimony, are designated as critical minerals by governmentsin the US, EU, and Australia due to their vulnerable supply chains. China,Russia, and Tajikistan dominate global stibnite mining, producing around 90% ofthe world\'s supply.

Modern Uses of Antimony

Antimony is acrucial component for:

• Defense & Military: Used in infrared sensors, night vision goggles, and small-to-medium caliber ammunition. It is also essential for fireproofing military uniforms.
• Electronics & Energy: Key in the manufacturing of semiconductors, solar panels, and lead-acid batteries.
• Industrial Manufacturing: Used primarily as a flame retardant in plastics, textiles, and coatings.

Because of itscritical role in national security, there are active efforts to establishdomestic stibnite production in the US and Australia.