Hambergite

/ˈhæmbɜːrɡaɪt/ noun

Definition

A rare mineral composed of beryllium borate that is colorless or pale yellow and found in some pegmatite rocks.

Etymology

Named after the chemist Albert Hambauer and the suffix -ite used for minerals, following the convention of naming minerals after scientists or locations where they are discovered.

Kelly Says

Hambergite is so rare that only a handful of gem-quality specimens exist, making it one of the rarest collectible minerals on Earth—some pieces are worth more per carat than diamonds!

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