Cassiterite, Viloco mine, Loayza province, La Paz, Bolivia.

60,00

Bolivia has probably produced more tin than any other country.
The Viloco tin mines (sometimes called Araca) have produced some of the most magnificent cassiterite specimens in existence.
This particular specimen is composed of cyclic macerated cassiterite crystals with a brilliant black lustre.
Miniature from the René Hubin collection.

  • Description

    Description

    Bolivia has probably produced more tin than any other country.
    The Viloco tin mines (sometimes called Araca) have produced some of the most magnificent cassiterite specimens in existence.
    This particular specimen is composed of cyclic macerated cassiterite crystals with a brilliant black lustre.
    Miniature from the René Hubin collection.

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  • Additional information

    Additional information

    Weight 0,015 kg
    Dimensions 2,0 × 1,8 × 1,8 cm

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