agalmatolite

[In Ger. agalmatolith; fr. Gr. ἄγαλμα ( agalma ), (q.v.); λίθος ( lithos ) = a stone.] Mineralogy : 1. A variety of Pinite, but with much more silica in its composition. Its hardne is 2 to 2-25; its sp. gr. about 28. It is usually greenish-grey, brownish, or yellowish. It is found in China, the specimens from which have been called Pagodite (q.v.). It is found also in Transylvania, Saxony. Oncosin, oosite, and gongylite are sub-varieties. *2. A name formerly given to some Chinese specimens of Pyrophyllite. 3. A name formerly given to some Chinese specimens of talc. *4. A synonym of Biharite (q. v.).