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Smithsonite

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Carolyn Manchester
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Smithsonite, 4 cm, from the Kelly mine, Magdalena, New Mexico. Acquired from Harvey Gordon, it was the start of my “dual spheres” collection.

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Species
SmithsoniteAbout Smithsonite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
USA, New Mexico, Kelly MineRegional guide →
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Midwest page 138

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Smithsonite
Mineral guide
Learn about Smithsonite
ZnCO3 with botryoidal and crystalline forms, silky to vitreous luster, pastel hues from cobalt to yellow; localities boost collecting appeal.
Smithsonite
Regional guide
Smithsonite from Kelly Mine, New Mexico, USA
from Kelly Mine, New Mexico — blue to blue-green botryoidal forms, translucent luster, and a historic, collector-focused color story.