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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 32804 |
| Mineral: | Smithsonite |
| Locality: | Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico |
| Description: | Classic specimen of blue-green smithsonite in translucent, botryoidal crystal aggregates filling cavities in matrix. This color of smithsonite is known as Kelly Blue after this mine (now closed). Ex. Dr. Eugene E. Sensel (1911-2000) collection #B807, acquired in 1965 |
| Overall Size: | 9x7x4 cm |
| Crystals: | 4-5 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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