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Photo by Malcolm Alter

Smithsonite, Aurichalcite

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Michael Shannon
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Smithsonite on Aurichalcite, 2.6 cm, from the Kelly mine, Magdelena, New Mexico; collected in the summer of 1978 with David Shannon. Malcolm Alter photo.

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SpeciesSmithsonite, Aurichalcite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.6 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Kelly Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Self Collected Minerals page 329

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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.