Andorite from San Jose Mine, Cerro Chorolque, Potosí, Bolivia - image 1
Andorite from San Jose Mine, Cerro Chorolque, Potosí, Bolivia - image 2

Andorite from San Jose Mine, Cerro Chorolque, Potosí, Bolivia

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A fine metallic crystal grouping of andorite with minor zinkenite. In great condition and very choice for the species. The specimen comes with a previous collection label as shown at the end of the video.

Product details

SpeciesAndoriteZinkenite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.3 x 2.1 x 0.4 cm
Added on10/25/2024
LocalityBolivia, Potosí, San Jose Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Dec 2024
Price paid
$155.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Andorite
Mineral guide
Learn about Andorite
rare sulfosalt with steel-gray to black crystals, high luster, and feathered groupings; prized in classic Bolivian and Peruvian localities.
Andorite
Regional guide
Andorite from San José Mine, Bolivia
San José Mine, Bolivia: steel-gray, highly metallic tabular crystals with strong striation, prized for display-worthy form and locality.
Locality guide
San Jose Mine
A collector's guide to San Jose Mine, Bolivia: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 230 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.