Cassiterite with Quartz
specimen number:
2026950
location:
Siglo Veinte Mine, Llallagua, Rafael Bustillo, Potosi, Bolivia
description: Glistening black slightly translucent crystals of cassiterite to 1.0 cm in size over the top of a 4.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm matrix with colorless quartz crystals. Very minimal and sparse micro-chipping present is seen, still in good condition. Nice attractive example for the species. Shipping weight: 0.1 pounds. Ex Chris & Agatha Galas collection.
Size: 4.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 cm (miniature)
Collection: Chris & Agatha Galas
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