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Smithsonite on Dolomite from Monte Cristo Mine, Rush Creek District, Marion County, Arkansas

 
Smithsonite on Dolomite from Monte Cristo Mine, Rush Creek District, Marion County, Arkansas

Smithsonite on Dolomite from Monte Cristo Mine, Rush Creek District, Marion County, Arkansas

DESCRIPTION:No. 46568
Mineral:Smithsonite on Dolomite
Locality:Monte Cristo Mine, Rush Creek District, Marion County, Arkansas
Description:Lemon-yellow translucent smithsonite crystals to 0.5 mm with silky luster overgrown on twisted saddle-shaped dolomite crystals to 10 mm. This specimen has excellent color and coverage - looks beautiful when viewed under magnification. Ex. Robert P. Bates (1926-2008) collection #658
Overall Size:30x20x16 mm
Crystals:0.1-10.0 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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