Smithsonite

Kelly Mine smithsonites are among the most iconic and sought-after examples of the species, widely regarded as producing the finest smithsonite specimens from any locality in the United States. The best pieces display the famous soft blue colouration known to collectors as “Kelly blue,” one of the most recognizable and desirable colours found in the mineral world.

This miniature-sized specimen features vibrant botryoidal aggregates of translucent blue smithsonite coating a limestone matrix. The bubbly, rounded formations display a soft silky lustre and excellent colour saturation throughout, creating strong visual appeal despite the specimen’s modest size. A classic and highly representative example of this famous locality, displaying the qualities that have made Kelly Mine smithsonite legendary among collectors.