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Bismuth, 10.1 cm, from Chillagoe, Queensland, Australia. At Chillagoe, native bismuth was reported (Queensland Government Mining Journal, 1907) in association with wolframite at Wolfram Camp near the Chillagoe Railway. Lode mining began there in 1906 and continued until closure in 1920.

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SpeciesBismuth
SizeCabinet
Dimensions10.1 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityAustralia, Queensland, Chillagoe
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  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collection University Of Delaware page 18
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Bismuth
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native crystals prized for iridescent patina and high density; rare provenance-driven pieces from Saxony and Jáchymov attract serious collectors.
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Bismuth from Chillagoe
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Chillagoe
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