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Smithsonite

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An unusual and attractive specimen of pale green-beige smithsonite (apparently just faintly cuprian or cadmian or both), rising to an apex and crowned by an elongated cerussite crystal. The smithsonites have great luster and sharp rhombohedral form to them. It is a visually unusual piece, if not a world-beater per se. Ex. Smithsonian collection (thru Charlie Key) 8 x 8 x 4.5 cm

Product details

SpeciesSmithsonite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.0 x 8.0 x 4.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityNamibia, Oshikoto Region, Tsumeb

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.