Smithsonite
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A very showy, old-time, botryoidal smithsonite crust from Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico. The bubbly, highly translucent crust is a beautiful powder-blue, which is uncommon and very desirable. Old dealer stock of Dr. Gary Hansen and not seen since the early 1980s.
Product details
SpeciesSmithsonite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.9 x 3.9 x 0.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityMexico, Choix Municipality, Choix
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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ZnCO3 with botryoidal and crystalline forms, silky to vitreous luster, pastel hues from cobalt to yellow; localities boost collecting appeal.Regional guide
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