Scheelite crystal from South Korea
Scheelite crystal from South Korea

Scheelite

Scheelite is a major ore of tungsten. Tungsten is used in light bulb filaments and specialty alloys.

Date Acquired: 5/19/77
Locality Collected: South Korea
Exhibit Case: Tungstates (44)

Scheelite is located in Hillman Hall of Gems and Minerals