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Smithsonite & Adamite

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Smithsonite & Adamite

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Description
Locality: 
Hilarion Mine, Hilarion, Kamariza, Agios Konstantinos, Lavrion District, Attiki Prefecture, Greece
Class: 
Crystals on Matrix
Size Range: 
Miniature (4.5-7 cm)
Size: 
6.5 × 4.2 × 4.2 cm
Description

Here is a very nice and among my last good examples from the famous find that took place back in November of 2014. Translucent, botryoidal smithsonite mixed with gemmy, sparkling, bluish-greenish crystals of adamite. The goethite matrix on this one is unusually formed, adding interest and relief. The piece can be displayed on several sides and is a classic, good combo specimen from Lavrion.

Mineral Data
What's on the rock

Smithsonite

Formula: 
ZnCO3
Strunz: 
5.AB.05
Hardness: 
4.0 - 4.5
Streak: 
White

Adamite

Formula: 
Zn2(AsO4)(OH)
Strunz: 
8.BB.30
Crystal System: 
Orthorhombic
Hardness: 
3.5
Streak: 
white
Type Locality: 
Chañarcillo, Copiapó Province, Atacama Region, Chile

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