Cassiterite
specimen number:
1052493
location:
Durango, Mexico
description: A very good example of what is known generally as stream tin, which is alluvial cassiterite. In great condition all around. The specimen comes with an antique label as shown at the end of the video and dates to the early 20th century.
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