Smithsonite (Var: Cuprian Smithsonite)

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Bright green cuprian smithsonite is a rarity in nature more than most other colors. Tsumeb is famous for it. However, most specimens came out prior to the late 1980s. This specimen features a solid drapery of sparkling green crystals colored a rich granny-smith-apple green color by copper inclusions. The luster and translucency of the crystals make the piece sparkle when lit. The specimen is fairly large for this style, showing complete coating of sparkly smithsonites across over 90% of the display face. It is from the well-known personal Tsumeb collection of South African dealer Rob Smith, sold in 2005.