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Smithsonite (Var: Cobaltoan Smithsonite)

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Pretty rosettes of translucent and lustrous, flattened, pink cobaltoan smithsonite rhombs richly and attractively cover the undulating matrix of massive galena on this classic smithsonite varietal from the Tsumeb Mine. Ex. Richard Hauck and Daniel Trinchillo Sr. Collections. This specimen is illustrated on Page 13 of the catalogue for the Heritage Natural History Auction in Dallas, Texas in January, 2009, which featured many pieces from the Trinchillo Collection.

Product details

SpeciesSmithsonite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.9 x 6.0 x 4.4 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.