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Smithsonite from Mina El Refugio, Choix District, Sinaloa, Mexico

 
Smithsonite from Mina El Refugio, Choix District, Sinaloa, Mexico

Smithsonite from Mina El Refugio, Choix District, Sinaloa, Mexico

Smithsonite from Mina El Refugio, Choix District, Sinaloa, Mexico

DESCRIPTION:No. 51503
Mineral:Smithsonite
Locality:Mina El Refugio, Choix District, Sinaloa, Mexico
Description:Botryoidal translucent pink-purple smithsonite in a formation of concentric growth layers that are well defined on the rear. The surfaces of the smithsonite have a satin-like luster due to many microscopic crystal faces. Ex. Larry Krause (1945-2010) collection
Overall Size:6x4x3 cm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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