Cassiterite with Ferberite, Siderite, Arsenopyrite
specimen number:
2023360
location:
Panasqueira Mine, Covilha, Castelo Branco District, Portugal
description: Lustrous black crystals of cassiterite to 0.7 cm across studded over the top of what appears to be a grouping of double terminated ferberite crystals measuring to 1.3 cm in length. This all set on a matrix of crystallized arsenopyrite and siderite. Sits nicely by itself for display and in good condition. Neat combination piece for this famous Portuguese locality. Size: 5.0 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm. Shipping weight: 0.13 pounds. Ex Chris and Agatha Galas collection.
Size: 5.0 x 2.5 x 2.5 cm (miniature)
Collection: Chris & Agatha Galas
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