Bismuthinite (good quality)

Item Description

A good quality and rather showy specimen of crystallized Bismuthinite from the Tasna Mine. This locality is actually the largest single bismuth deposit in the world, and is one of only two localities that have produced bismuth from a bismuth ore. This specimen features metallic, silvery color orthorhombic prisms creating a very nice "spray". The largest crystal measures 1.3 cm. The piece has a partial oxidized coating, but some of the exposed crystals have good luster and crystallization. This is one of the better examples of Bismuthinite that I have offered from Tasna, and it is certainly worth picking up for anybody who collect sulfides or sulfosalts. Valued at $500.