CuSHexagonal

Covellite

CuS

Sulfides
Chemical FormulaCuS
Crystal SystemHexagonal
Mohs Hardness1.5
Specific Gravity4.68
ColorIndigo blue to black
LusterSubmetallic to resinous
StreakGray to black
CleavageOne direction
FractureFlexible

Occurrence

Found in supergene copper deposits. Distinctive blue color. Copper ore.

Hardness on Mohs Scale

1.5 / 10
Talc (1)Quartz (7)Diamond (10)