20.96 ct. Arizona Chrome Smithsonite Cabochon
Color: Medium Dark Slightly Yellowish-Green
Clarity: Translucent
Origin: 79 Mine, Gila Co., Arizona
Cut: Oval Cabochon
Treatments: None
Measurements: 20 x 13.6 mm
Among other rarities, the legendary 79 Mine produced some of this unusual green, chromium-rich Smithsonite. This gorgeous cab is a large example, with a natural surface on the top that highlights the botryoidal growth and slightly drusy nature of Smithsonite. This is material that was available many decades ago now and only comes from older collections.