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Smithsonite with Aurichalcite from Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

 
Smithsonite with Aurichalcite from Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 7975
Mineral:Smithsonite with Aurichalcite
Locality:Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico
Description:Classic sea-blue green smithsonite balls with small green aurichalcite crystals on limonite matrix. This color Smithsonite is highly sought after and occurs only at this locality. Mounted in box for protection. Ex. R. Bates collection #1079
Overall Size:3.5x2x2 cm
Crystals:1-3 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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