Hopeite, Smithsonite
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Lustrous, transparent to translucent, colorless hopeite blades to 8 mm aesthetically set in a powder-blue, botryoidal smithsonite vug in matrix from the famous Broken Hill Mine in Zambia. Hopeite is a very uncommon zinc phosphate and this is a good one. Ex. Lewadny Collection 4.0 x 3.1 x 2.5 cm
Product details
SpeciesSmithsonite, Hopeite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.1 x 2.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityKabwe Mine (Broken Hill Mine)
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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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.Regional guide
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