Jagoite


Jagoite is a hexagonal-ditrigonal, dipyramidal, yellow-green lead-silicate mineral consisting of calcium, chlorine, hydrogen, iron, lead, magnesium, oxygen, silicon, and sodium. Its discovery was first published in 1957.

Etymology

It is named after John B. Jago Trelawney, an American mineral collector.

Properties

It is said to have a vitreous lustre.
Jagoite is composed of tiny yellow crystals that span less than 0.2mm.

Distribution

This rare mineral is located in Långban Mine, Långban Ore District, Filipstad, Värmland County, Sweden, found inside hematite ore. It is also associated with Melanotekite and Quartz.

Media appearances

It is featured in Stardew Valley as a minor item obtained from geodes.