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Smithsonite

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Without a doubt, the Kelly Mine in New Mexico is the world's single greatest locality for botryoidal and rice-grain Smithsonite. While the turquoise-blue Smithsonite is the best-known, the much more uncommon silvery-white Smithsonite is equally cherished and highly sought-after by aficionados of the variety here. This LARGE CABINET piece has eight (count them, 8!) individual pockets that range from shallow to deep, large to medium - each containing a rich layer of well-formed superbly lustrous Smithsonite.

Product details

SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions21.0 x 15.0 x 11.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024

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 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.