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Smithsonite

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Beautiful chatoyant bluish green crystal groupings of smithsonite measuring to 1.8 cm in diameter across the front of this matrix. Slight contacting along the edges of the piece, this still in good condition. Said to have been collected by John Mediz. In fine American classic.

Product details

SpeciesSmithsonite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions16.0 x 10.0 x 7.0 cm
Added on05/30/2025
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Kelly Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
05/2026Unknown Owner$3,655.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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.