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Cuprian Smithsonite

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The minty green color and large crystal size make this a really top quality smithsonite specimen. The Tsumeb mine is world famous for many species, but one of my personal favorites from this mine is smithsonite. The variety of colors and habits is unmatched by any other worldwide locality.

Product details

Species
SmithsoniteAbout Smithsonite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.7 x 3.9 x 2.9 cm
Added on11/06/2024
Locality
Namibia, Oshikoto Region, TsumebRegional guide →

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
09/2025Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—DanZ RockshopNot 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.