Cassiterite

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Cassiterite

Haramosh Mountains, Skardu District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Reference: 2398

Cassiterite is only rarely found in Himalayan mineral localities this being the first significant specimen I have seen from there. The quartz matrix is topped by a 40x35mm cassiterite crystal with numerous offset faces with to one side attached lustrous smaller crystals of a simpler habit.

Formula:SnO₂

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 83x40x60mm

Size: Small Cabinet (S)