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Cassiterite with minor Pyrite from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

 
Cassiterite with minor Pyrite from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

Cassiterite with minor Pyrite from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

Cassiterite with minor Pyrite from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

Cassiterite with minor Pyrite from Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia

DESCRIPTION:No. 61751
Mineral:Cassiterite with minor Pyrite
Locality:Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia
Description:Double-sided cluster of lustrous dark cassiterite crystals. The cassiterite crystals appear black, but exhibit transparent yellow-brown internal color when illuminated from the rear. Some of the cassiterite crystals are coated with pyrite microcrystals. Ex. W. Keller #319
Overall Size:25x20x16 mm
Crystals:micro to 14 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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