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Smithsonite

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GORGEOUS mini with the top color, rich luster, and just a wonderful rolling display face. I cannot speak highly enough of the quality. It was in the famous Beth Gordon Collection (california) 3.2 x 2.2 x 1.4

Product details

SpeciesSmithsonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.2 x 2.2 x 1.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Kelly Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Smithsonite
Mineral guide
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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 Kelly Mine, New Mexico, USA
from Kelly Mine, New Mexico — blue to blue-green botryoidal forms, translucent luster, and a historic, collector-focused color story.