Smithsonite on Fluorite
specimen number:
1771171
location:
Hardin Co., Illinois, USA
description:
Cubic crystals of fluorite measuring to 1.3 cm on edge across the top of a fluorite matrix. These crystals are in turn coated by micro crystallized smithsonite. In good condition, very good example for the species not often seen on the market from this mining district.
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