Smithsonite
specimen number:
4241198
location:
Potosi mine, Santa Eulalia, Chihuahua, Mexico
description: A large matrix plate showing botryoidal lustrous almost chatoyant crystallized smithsonite across the top. The specimen is in great condition and is very impressive for the species in this size from this mining district. This is neatly crystallized on both sides of the matrix as seen in the video. Quite heavy is there is a lot of zinc on the specimen.
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