Calcite on Smithsonite Mineral Specimen from Kelly Mine, New Mexico

$9,500.00

1 in stock

Enhance your collection with this visually striking specimen featuring crisp white calcite crystals atop vivid blue-green smithsonite. Sourced from the renowned Kelly Mine in Magdalena, Socorro County, New Mexico, this piece showcases dramatic contrast and elegant mineral interplay.

The calcite forms delicate, snow-like clusters that enhance the swirling hues of the underlying smithsonite, creating a dynamic and eye-catching display. Additionally, Kelly Mine is a classic, closed U.S. locality, so specimens from this source grow increasingly scarce.

Whether you’re curating classic U.S. localities or seeking a centerpiece with aesthetic impact, this specimen combines geological significance with collector appeal.

Highlights:

  • Genuine mineral specimen from Kelly Mine, New Mexico
  • White calcite crystals perched on blue smithsonite
  • Strong visual contrast and well-defined crystallization
  • Ideal for collectors of U.S. localities and secondary mineral formations
  • Display-ready on a clear stand with engraved locality label
  • Measurements: 4″ x 3.25″ x 6.5″; Weight: 3.705 lb
  • Curated by Astro West: Comes with a detailed Certificate of Authenticity

 

Why is a Calcite on Smithsonite Mineral Specimen from Kelly Mine, New Mexico so valuable?

A combination like this stands out because Kelly Mine produces some of the most vividly colored smithsonite in the world. Additionally the contrast between its blue‑green botryoidal surfaces and the crisp white calcite makes each piece visually striking.

Explore more rare U.S. mineral specimens exclusively at Manhattan’s premiere natural history gallery Astro West.

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AWCAL405
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