Cassiterite with Arsenopyrite, Quartz
specimen number:
8032459
location:
San Antonio mine, Viloco, La Paz, Bolivia
description:
Lustrous black crystals of cassiterite measuring to 1.4 cm in size across the top of this crystallized quartz matrix. Arsenopyrite present as well. Some of the quartz crystals measures largest 2.5 cm in height and are quite gemmy. These larger one show inclusions of what is probably tourmaline. In great condition.
Size: 12.0 x 6.0 x 2.0 cm (cabinet)
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