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Cassiterite from San Jose Vein, Siglo XX Mine, Llallagua, Potosi Department, Bolivia

 
Cassiterite from San Jose Vein, Siglo XX Mine, Llallagua, Potosi Department, Bolivia

DESCRIPTION:No. 22370
Mineral:Cassiterite
Locality:San Jose Vein, Siglo XX Mine, Llallagua, Potosi Department, Bolivia
Description:Elongated cluster of lustrous cassiterite crystals fully crystallized front and rear. The crystals around the edges show translucency. Sensel originally purchased the specimen from Kosnar in 1983 for $125. Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #M291
Overall Size:7x3x2.5 cm
Crystals:3-10 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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