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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 41913 |
| Mineral: | Smithsonite |
| Locality: | Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro County, New Mexico |
| Description: | Translucent smithsonite with classic bright blue-green color known as Kelly Blue for this famous mine because of the rich color. The surface of the smithsonite has silky texture due to microscopic crystal faces. the best color I have seen from this mine. Ex. Robert C. Lambert (1919-2008) #174; ex. Norm Pellman (1922-2004) |
| Overall Size: | 10x6x4 cm |
| Crystals: | 5-15 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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