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Hemimorphite from Blanchard Mine, Bingham, Hansonburg District, Socorro County, New Mexico, USA
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Bright white sparkling micro crystals of hemimorphite very rich across the top of matrix. In great condition, choice example for the species from this famous locality. Collected by Ray DeMark in 1973.The Blanchard Mine, situated in the Hansonburg Mining District within Socorro County, New Mexico, was discovered in 1872 with initial commercial production beginning in 1917. Although commercial metal mining experienced intermittent closures and active periods through the 20th century due to processing challenges and water scarcity, the site never permanently closed and is actively operated today for the production of collectible mineral specimens. Geologically, the deposit is part of the Rio Grande Rift system, featuring mineralization concentrated as open-space fillings, fault breccias, and solution cavities primarily within the Council Springs limestone, yielding prominent world-class specimens of fluorite, barite, galena, and quartz.
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SpeciesHemimorphite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.3 x 3.5 x 3.0 cm
Added on10/01/2026
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Blanchard Mine
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Unknown Owner
Current owner- Acquired
- Nov 2026
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hydrated zinc silicate with colorless blades and blue botryoids; forms in zinc-oxide zones, with famed localities and collector appeal.Regional guide
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