Fluorapatite with Topaz, Cassiterite, Arsenopyrite
specimen number:
8031894
location:
Panasqueira Mine, Covilha, Castelo Branco, Portugal
description:
Choice lustrous translucent bluish purple crystals of fluorapatite to 1.2 cm in size across the top of this matrix. Small colorless crystals of topaz measuring to 0.7 cm in size are present, as well as lustrous black cassiterite crystals to 0.7 cm and minor arsenopyrite. Very neat combination piece from this classic locality. In very good condition.
Size: 9.0 x 7.0 x 2.5 cm (small-cabinet)
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