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  • Hematite: Properties, Luster, Hardness & Streak - A Comprehensive Guide
    The mineral you're describing is Hematite.

    Here's why:

    * Iron: Hematite is primarily composed of iron oxide (Fe2O3).

    * Metallic Luster: Hematite can have a metallic luster, especially in its denser, crystalline forms.

    * Hard: Hematite is relatively hard, with a Mohs hardness of 5.5-6.5.

    * Same Color Streak: Hematite's streak is a reddish-brown color, which matches its color in many forms.

    Other minerals that contain iron and have a metallic luster include magnetite and pyrite. However, their streaks differ from their color. Magnetite has a black streak, and pyrite has a greenish-black streak.

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