Smithsonite w/ Hemimorphite

Skorpion Mine, Rosh Pinah, Karas Region, Namibia
Cabinet, 10.4 x 5.2 x 4.8 cm
Start Time: 04/05/2018 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 04/12/2018 6:38:58 pm (CDT)
Auction Closed

Item Description

Pretty light sky-blue translucent bubbly smithsonite botryoids with waxy luster festooned with glassy tiny hemimorphite blades aestheticaly cover the large sculptural undulating matrix on this excellent combination from this well-known zinc mine. Rich and uncommon material from finds 3-6 years ago. Portions of the base have been sawed to enhance the very fine display quality. An exceptional and pristine two-sided combination. Valued by the former dealer at $750.

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