Smithsonite from Leiping Mine, Leiping, Guiyang Co., Chenzhou, Hunan, China - image 1
Smithsonite from Leiping Mine, Leiping, Guiyang Co., Chenzhou, Hunan, China - image 2

Smithsonite from Leiping Mine, Leiping, Guiyang Co., Chenzhou, Hunan, China

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A chatoyant colorless translucent crystal grouping of smithsonite 2.5 cm across on matrix with minor magnesite in the rare mineral jianshuiite. A copy of the analysis for the latter species will be supplied with the specimen. In super condition.

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SizeMiniature
Dimensions5.0 x 4.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on08/29/2025
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Sep 2025
Price paid
$470.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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 Leiping Mine
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Locality guide
Leiping Mine
A collector's guide to Leiping Mine, China: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 63 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.