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Smithsonite from Kelly Mine, New Mexico, USA

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"Rice Grain" Smithsonite on Aurichalcite from the Kelly Mine, Magdalena, Socorro Co., New Mexico, USA. About 4.5 cm across. Acq. from B. Zamora , ex Christopher Wentzell collection.

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SpeciesSmithsoniteAurichalcite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.5 cm
Added on04/23/2026
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Kelly Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Christopher WentzellNot disclosed

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