SMITHSONITE. ...

Description

SMITHSONITE
Kelly Mine, Magdalena District, Socorro Co., New Mexico, USA
This jewel of a Kelly Smithsonite exemplifies the statement "bigger isn't always better". It has everything a collector could want: lovely, deep color; classic mammillary form, and THE luster that is to die for. Smithsonite from the Kelly Mine has set the standard for aesthetics in this mineral for many years now. Occasionally, other localities have produced a few, vaguely similar things, but never with the consistency of this mine: it is the best, as this example readily demonstrates. There is no damage to this pristine treasure, only a little of the typical matrix on the bottom and rear to further authenticate its origin. It measures 3½ x 2¼ x 1¼ inches (8.9 x 5.7 x 3.2 cm) and has a custom, labeled base.

Provenance: ex. Frank Imbriacco Collection
ex. Mel & Grace Dyck Collection

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