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Smithsonite from Kelly Mine, New Mexico, USA

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An attractive classic specimen from New Mexico with blue green slightly translucent lustrous botryoidal crystallized smithsonite completely covering the top of matrix. In terrific condition.

Product details

SpeciesSmithsonite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions13.0 x 9.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on11/19/2025
LocalityUSA, New Mexico, Kelly Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Oct 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—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, USA: vivid blue-green botryoidal forms, a defining American classic prized for color, luster, and locality.
Locality guide
Kelly Mine
Kelly Mine, USA – premier New Mexico locality for zinc–lead–silver ore and blue to apple-green smithsonite, with notable secondary minerals for collectors.