Collector’s Piece: Smithsonite on Matrix from Wenshan Mine, Yunnan, China

Dimension: 8.9cm x 8cm x 3.9cm
Weight: 328g
Locality: Wenshan Mine, Wenshan City, Wenshan, Yunnan, China
 
A unique, uncommon Smithsonite specimen enriched by Cadmium to give the specimen its pleasing coloration, with very 3-dimentional and sculptured appearance.  Excavated in early January 2021, this Wenshan material has a remarkable mustard-yellow color and sparkly micro-crystal of Cadmium/Quartz.  An exquisite specimen of the Cadmium variety of Smithsonite that is visually appealing and well-balanced!  Comes with a high quality copper wired display stand as pictured.