Smithsonite-after-Calcite
specimen number:
8101066
location:
Granby, Tri-State District, Newton Co., Missouri, USA
description:
Somewhat aesthetically challenged, but still lovable. Very old-time piece showing brown crystalline smithsonite replacing previous scalenohedral calcite crystals. Some have even hollowed out. Measures 11.0 x 9.5 x 7.0 cm in size. Previous label from the collection at the University of Arizona. This piece certainly dates back to around 1900 of not earlier. Shipping weight: 1.08 pounds.
Size: 11.0 x 9.5 x 7.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Dan & Diana Weinrich
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