Smithsonite (classic material) (ex Dennis Uridil Collection)

Item Description

When somebody mentions blue Smithsonite, most collectors immediately think of the famous Kelly mine in New Mexico which has produced some of the most oustanding specimens of the species extant. This piece features lustrous/vitreous, beautiful blue-green color radiating aggregates of Smithsonite on an elongated ridge of matrix. The piece comes with a label from Plummers Minerals of San Diego. A great quality, large, showy, display specimen of this highly sought after classic US material. Valued at $750. From the collection of Dennis Uridil.