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Smithsonite (rough and cut set)
- El Refugio Mine, Choix, Sinaloa, Mexico
- Gems; Small Cabinet, 5.6 x 4.7 x 1.7 cm (specimen), 3.69 carats; 15.21 mm x 11.66 mm (stone)
- Start Time: 11/19/2015 7:15:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 11/28/2015 7:15:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
The area around Choix has produced some of the most beautifully colored Smithsonites in the world. In the rough specimen form, they are just as alluring as they are when they're polished. This set features a lovely "Oval Cabochon" cut gem with a soft pinkish-lavender color. It's one of the more desirable hues from Choix for sure. The matching specimen features stronger pink color (with a slight lavender overtone), vitreous radiating groups on gossan matrix. A great example of the classic Choix Smithsonites in both rough and cut form.