Cadmium-Rich Hemimorphite (Calamine)
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Bright, lustrous, yellow, cadmium- rich, hemimorphite has formed a complete crust, with crystals clusters to .7 cm across. This deposit is best known for this species including the famous, huge plate in the Carnegie Museum which displays cadmium- rich hemimorphite after calcite. The material was found in the late 1800s and early 1900s, mostly prior to WWI, and is very RARE. This particular specimen exhibits unusual luster and sparkles as if you had dropped glitter on it! It has intense color and luster!
Product details
SpeciesHemimorphite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.7 x 5.7 x 3.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, Missouri, Granby Diggings
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Learn about Hemimorphite
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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