Franckeite from Itos Mine, Oruro (City), Cercado Province, Oruro (Department), Bolivia - image 1
Franckeite from Itos Mine, Oruro (City), Cercado Province, Oruro (Department), Bolivia - image 2

Franckeite from Itos Mine, Oruro (City), Cercado Province, Oruro (Department), Bolivia

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Metallic crystals of franckeite very rich throughout this matrix with zinkenite and stannite. In good condition and very choice example for all species.

Product details

SpeciesFranckeiteZinkeniteStannite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 5.0 x 4.0 cm
Added on08/20/2025
LocalityBolivia, Oruro (Department), Itos Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Jan 2026
Price paid
$440.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Franckeite
Mineral guide
Learn about Franckeite
, a rare micaceous lead-tin-antimony sulfosalt, forms layered rosettes and curved plates; Bolivian origin and texture make it collectible.
Franckeite
Regional guide
Franckeite from Itos Mine
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Locality guide
Itos Mine
Itos Mine, Bolivia — a classic sulfosalt locality known for franckeite and zinkenite, with dark, architectural specimens and striking needle-like crystals.