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Paravauxite from Siglo XX Mine Llallagua, Contacto Vein, Bustillos Province, Potosi Department, Bolivia (Type Locality for Paravauxite)

 
Paravauxite from Siglo XX Mine Llallagua, Contacto Vein, Bustillos Province, Potosi Department, Bolivia (Type Locality for Paravauxite)

Paravauxite from Siglo XX Mine Llallagua, Contacto Vein, Bustillos Province, Potosi Department, Bolivia (Type Locality for Paravauxite)

DESCRIPTION:No. 21696
Mineral:Paravauxite
Locality:Siglo XX Mine Llallagua, Contacto Vein, Bustillos Province, Potosi Department, Bolivia (Type Locality for Paravauxite)
Description:Superb specimen of paravauxite crystals coating front and back of thin plate of matrix. The paravauxite crystals are pale green color and very lustrous, with good translucency. Originally purchased from R. Kosnar in 1982. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #B331; Ex. R. Kosnar B536
Overall Size:7x6x2.5 cm
Crystals:4-9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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