Gilbertite (Karelia, Russia)

A compact muscovite variety reported from Karelia.

What it is

Gilbertite is a historical varietal name for compact muscovite, rather than a separate approved mineral species. The note also mentions quartz and feldspar in the material.

Source and identification

Those accompanying minerals and the Karelian locality are reported sourcing details, not laboratory findings on our specific piece. The unrelated historical biography and medical claims in the raw notes have been omitted.

Evidence status: Material profile based on sourcing notes and referenced mineral information. No laboratory report for an individual Soul Body Gems specimen is attached to this page.

Further reading: Gilbertite mineral entry