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COBALTOAN Smithsonite

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A neatly proportioned specimen of intergrown gemmy-translucent pink Cobaltoan Smithsonite crystals measuring to around 1cm, crystals of Cobaltoan Smithsonite are partly included by Galena. A pleasing specimen from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia.

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Species
SmithsoniteAbout Smithsonite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.5 x 4.3 x 2.4 cm
Added on10/24/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, TsumebRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
07/2026Unknown Owner$850.00
—Crystal ClassicsNot 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 Tsumeb, Namibia
from Tsumeb, Namibia — varied rhombohedral and botryoidal forms, pink to green colors, and mineral associations; a prized locality for collectors.