Sichuan Province, China

Cassiterite with Quartz — Sichuan, China

SKU · YL1050
$143.00
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Cassiterite with a quartz crystal on top, Xuebaoding. Cassiterite with quartz from Sichuan, China, 3.5 × 3 × 2.5 cm.
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Mineral
Cassiterite
Locality
Sichuan Province, China
Dimensions
3.5 cm × 3.0 cm × 2.5 cm
Weight
55 g
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Specimen details

MineralCassiterite
LocalitySichuan Province, China
Crystal systemTetragonal
Chemical formulaSnO2
Dimensions3.5 cm × 3.0 cm × 2.5 cm
Weight55 g
SpeciesCassiterite

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About this specimen

Xuebaoding, Pingwu Co., Sichuan, cassiterite with quartz at 3.5 cm; a miniature, supplied on the acrylic stand shown.

Look for the elbow twins and mirror-like lustre that make cassiterite so distinctive; its density is nearly seven times that of water.

Rock crystal is judged on termination quality, clarity and how the crystals sit together, and the Chinese localities have raised the bar on all three.

Sichuan's alpine-type veins and skarns yield aquamarine, prehnite, epidote and scheelite of international quality.

Dimensions place it in the miniature range, 3.5 × 3 × 2.5 cm (1.38 × 1.18 × 0.98 in). Otherwise the piece is sold exactly as photographed.

Every specimen here is photographed and catalogued individually before listing.

  • Mineral: Cassiterite, Quartz
  • Locality: Sichuan, China
  • Size: 3.5 × 3 × 2.5 cm / 1.38 × 1.18 × 0.98 in
  • Weight: Confirmed before shipping
  • SKU: YL1050

About Cassiterite

Cassiterite is an oxide mineral prized by collectors for its exceptional color range, with several world-class Chinese localities.

Learn more about Cassiterite in our encyclopedia

About Sichuan Province

Sichuan Province, China — Little Xuebaoding (Pingwu County), cassiterite and scheelite.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the exact specimen shown?

Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.

Is this Cassiterite natural?

Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.

How is it packed and shipped?

Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals.

Can I return it?

Yes — there is a 14-day return window.

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Cassiterite with Quartz — Sichuan, China
Cassiterite with Quartz — Sichuan, China
$143.00