WGNHS
Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey

Kemmlitzite

Clear crystal of kemmlitzite with tilasite on matrix. From Flotta, Tinizong, Oberhalbstein, Albula Valley, Grischun, Switzerland. Field of view is about 2.5 mm. (Photo courtesy Elmar Lackner; unauthorized reproduction is prohibited.)

Formula: (Sr,Ce)Al3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6 Hexagonal

Description:

Kemmlitzite is a rare secondary mineral found in the zone of oxidized over sulfide-rich ore deposits.

RUSK COUNTY: Kemmlitzite occurs in the oxidized zone at the Flambeau Mine, near Ladysmith (Jones, Jones, and LaBerge, 1999).