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Smithsonite, Aurichalcite

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Pretty, excellent Kelly-blue smithsonite botryoids cover the silicified limestone matrix on this fine specimen from the Kelly Mine. The botryoids have excellent luster and translucency and there is a layer of powder-blue aurichalcite beneath the smithsonite and on one end. Very interesting. Classic and desirable combination material from this noted locale.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.8 x 3.9 x 2.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024

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.