Cassiterite (gemmy) on Quartz

Specimen ID: N6R-YCQ

Title
Cassiterite (gemmy) on Quartz
Locality
As recorded:
Viloco Mine, Loayza Province, La Paz Department, Bolivia
Mindat locality:
Dimensions
41mm x 27mm x 24mm
Description
The Viloco Mine (sometimes called Araca) for many years has stood as one of the top Cassiterite localities in the world. This mine is still active today, and bears the unique distinction of producing the only GEM quality (facet grade) Cassiterites from any mine in Bolivia. Considering the millions
Previous data
Mineral(s)
Cassiterite, QuartzNone listed
Name withheld

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