Ruby silver ore

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Description

An unstandardized common name used for the both double sulfides of Silver/Arsenic (Proustite) and of Silver/Antimony (Pyragyrite).

Synonyms and Related Terms

proustite; pyragyrite; red silver ore

Sources Checked for Data in Record

  • Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985
  • C.W.Chesterman, K.E.Lowe, Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals, Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1979

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