Fluid inclusion and stable isotope constraints on the genesis of the world-class Zhuxi W(Cu) skarn deposit in South China

Scheelite mineralization accompanied by traces of chalcopyrite occurs in skarn systems in the giant Zhuxi deposit in the Taqian area, Northeastern Jiangxi province, South China. Three paragenetic stages of skarn with ore deposition have been recognized: the prograde skarn, retrograde skarn and hydrothermal quartz-sulfide stages. Microthermometer data showed that the prograde skarn were formed at relatively high temperatures (450–>500 °C) and...