| Sabieite | |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Category | Mineral |
|
Formula (repeating unit) | ( N H4) Fe3+( S O4)2 |
| Identification | |
| Color | White |
| Luster | Earthy |
| Streak | White |
Sabieite is a mineral with the chemical formula ( N H4) Fe3+( S O4)2. Its type locality is Lone Creek Falls cave, Sabie, Pilgrim's Rest District Ehlanzeni, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa. Its crystals are trigonal to trapezohedral. It is white and leaves a white streak. It is transparent and has an earthy luster. Sabieite is rated 2 on the Mohs Scale.