Iridescent Smithsonite (rare AZ locale) ex Mullane Coll.

Item Description

Mineral specimens from the copper-zinc Antler Mine of Mohave County, Arizona are very uncommon and very rarely on the market. This striking specimen features a crust of iridescent, botryoidal smithsonite on a matrix of massive smithsonite. The iridescence is a mellow peacock-blue to magenta. Trivial bruising in the small area without iridescence is a modest detraction and is barely noticeable. Very unusual and seldom available material from this locale and the Dennis Mullane Collection. Comes with an older, 1950-early 70s Burminco label. I have seen such specimens rarely, with Arizona specialist dealers, in the $1000-2000 range, highly rated and treasured!