Smithsonite

specimen number:
1281032

location:
Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia

description:

Pinkish to orangish bladed pearly slightly translucent crystals of smithsonite to 1.0 cm in size completely covering one side of a 13.0 x 10.0 x 3.5 cm matrix. Micro-chipping present, sparse and mainly to the edges of the piece. Overall I think in very good condition. Great color making for a wonderful cabinet example for the species from this famous locality.

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