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Cuprian Smithsonite (old -classic locale)
- 79 Mine, Chilito, Hayden area, Gila Co., Arizona
- Small Cabinet, 6.4 x 4.7 x 2.8 cm
- Start Time: 08/17/2017 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 09/28/2017 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Juicy, translucent, variable apple-green smithsonite botryoids with waxy luster line the sculptural curved vug on this colorful, rich and showy old specimen from the famous 79 Mine. This excellent classic is from the 1960s and 70s finds, not the 1990s or 2000s finds. Choice material valued at $500-600. The piece has several fine display views.
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