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Cuprian Smithsonite

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Talk about rare. I had NEVER seen a smithie from this pocket for sale. I have seen the style in a few books, only. These large, blocky, TRANSPARENT, pseudocubic crystals are 1 cm on edge! This is a unique, incredible specimen for the species. If trimmed further, it would surely be an equally incredible thumbnail, but as stands its a fine miniature.

Product details

SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.4 x 2.4 x 2.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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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 Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia — varied rhombohedral and botryoidal forms, pink to green colors, and mineral associations; a prized locality for collectors.