Smithsonite after Calcite
specimen number:
8101141
location:
Granby, Tri-State District, Newton Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Classic old-time specimen from Granby showing brownish crystallized smithsonite replacing completely and hollowing out calcite crystal grouping 5.0 x 4.0 x 3.5 cm in size. This is complete all the way through. The backside shows what appear to been rhombohedral and scalenohedral crystals. Classic material from the 19th century. Shipping weight: 0.19 pounds.
Size: 5.0 x 4.0 x 3.5 cm (miniature)
Collection: Dan & Diana Weinrich
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