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Bütschliite

• Formula:
  K₂Ca(CO₃)₂

• System: Trigonal

• Name:
  Named after Johann Adam Otto Bütschli (1848-1920), Heidelberg, Germany, who prepared the artificial compound.

• IMA Status: Valid (Grandfathered)

• Type Localities:
  Coolin, Kaniksu National Forest, Bonner Co., Idaho, USA

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  Grand Canyon National Park, Coconino Co., Arizona, USA

• Dana 8th: 14.3.1.1
  
  14 : ANHYDROUS NORMAL CARBONATES
  3 : A₂B(XO₃)₂

• Density: 2.607 g/cm³ (calculated)

• Diapheny: Translucent

• Colour: Grayish yellow, brownish gray, may be pale green

• Streak: (not reported)