Smithsonite

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Source special issue: mineral-collections-in-american-northeast, PDF page: 267. Label: Smithsonite (cadmium-rich), 9 cm, from Masua, Sardinia, Italy. Ex Elmer Rowley collection, New York State Museum; Jeff Scovil photo.

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions9.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In American Northeast page 267
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DateCollectorAcquisition price
—New York State MuseumNot disclosed
—Elmer B. RowleyNot disclosed

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Smithsonite
Mineral guide
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ZnCO3 with botryoidal and crystalline forms, silky to vitreous luster, pastel hues from cobalt to yellow; localities boost collecting appeal.
Smithsonite
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Smithsonite from Masua Mine
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Masua Mine
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