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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 25261
Mineral:Cassiterite
Locality:Huanuni District, Dalence Province, Oruro Department, Bolivia
Description:Translucent crystal of brown cassiterite on contrasting matrix of white quartz. Looks beautiful under magnification - lustrous, elongated crystals showing complex twinning. Scattered damage visible under magnification.
Overall Size:4.5x3x2 cm
Crystals:1-8 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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