Smithsonite (classic material) (ex Arnaud Collection)

Item Description

When somebody mentions blue Smithsonite, most collectors immediately think of the famous Kelly mine in New Mexico which has produced some of the most oustanding specimens of the species extant. This piece features several lustrous/vitreous, beautiful blue color radiating aggregates and classic "rice grain"-shaped groups of of Smithsonite on a gossan matrix. The piece comes from the John Arnaud Collection. A good quality, mostly undamaged display specimen of this highly sought after classic US material. The luster is certainly above average, and the color is good for the locality.