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Smithsonite

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An IMPRESSIVE LARGE CABINET Kelly Mine smithsonite specimen! Classic, sparkly, kelly-blue smithsonite botryoids richly cover the vuggy limestone box-work matrix. Kelly Mine smithsonites of this size and quality are seldom available and this is a GOOD one showing the natural scope of the pockets in which the smithsonite forms. Color is not bad, and luster is high. This old piece easily dates to the 60s or 70s. Ex. Russell Jones Collection.

Product details

SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions19.2 x 14.0 x 7.0 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.