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Cassiterite with Siderite and Fluorapatite

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Panasqueira specimen composed by lustrous twinned crystals of Cassiterite, very sharp, with very well defined faces and edges and in an aerial position on matrix of Siderite and with small green Fluorapatites. The Cassiterite crystal has a very notable size for the locality. A fine sample from Panasqueira, suitable for demanding Panasqueira collectors. The condition is very good as seen without any noticiable damage.

Product details

SpeciesSiderite, Fluorapatite, Cassiterite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 x 3.5 cm
Added on06/16/2025
LocalityPortugal, Panasqueira Mines

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2026Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—MChMineralsNot disclosed

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Siderite
Mineral guide
Learn about Siderite
warm-toned iron carbonate with sharp rhombohedra and occasional gemmy crystals; prized for luster, classic localities Harz, Panasqueira, Dal’negorsk.
Siderite
Regional guide
Siderite from Panasqueira Mines, Portugal
from Panasqueira, Portugal — lustrous tan to cream rhombohedra in rosettes and masses; a world-class, modern classic from a magmatic-hydrothermal vein.