Panasqueira
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Panasqueira, in Portugal, is one of the world's great tungsten mines and a classic locality for wolframite, apatite, and a fine suite of associated minerals.
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What it is known for
The Panasqueira tin-tungsten veins produce superb bladed wolframite, lustrous green and purple apatite, arsenopyrite, and quartz, in aesthetic crystallised plates.
What collectors look for
Sharp apatite crystals and bladed wolframite — especially combination plates on quartz — are the signature Panasqueira specimens.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Panasqueira?
Panasqueira is a mineral locality in Centro, Portugal. It lies at approximately 40.1600°N, 7.7600°W. Elevation is about 700 m.
What minerals are found at Panasqueira?
Signature minerals from Panasqueira include Wolframite, Arsenopyrite, Apatite. The locality lies in Centro, Portugal, and each mineral links to a full reference entry with formula, crystal system, and collector notes.
What is Panasqueira known for?
Panasqueira, in Portugal, is one of the world's great tungsten mines and a classic locality for wolframite, apatite, and a fine suite of associated minerals.
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