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Cassiterite on Quartz from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

 
Cassiterite on Quartz from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

Cassiterite on Quartz from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

DESCRIPTION:No. 25239
Mineral:Cassiterite on Quartz
Locality:Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia
Description:Twinned, black cassiterite crystals in matrix of colorless quartz. The crystals show complex twinning and look fantastic under magnification. Scattered damage.
Overall Size:6x5x2 cm
Crystals:1-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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