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“Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M
  • “Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M
  • “Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M
  • “Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M
  • “Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M
  • “Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M
  • “Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M
“Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M

“Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz M

£9.00
Description

A striking natural Indonesian mineral specimen sold under the trade name “Indonesian Smithsonite”, featuring garnierite with associated quartz and natural matrix.

This Piece M features rich honey, caramel and burnt-orange mineralisation interwoven with pale mint and turquoise-green garnierite. Areas of exposed earthy matrix sit amongst crystalline pockets and small natural cavities, creating a wonderfully rugged and complex surface.

Its tall sculptural formation and mixture of warm orange tones, green nickel mineralisation and sparkling crystalline areas make this a particularly characterful specimen for an Indonesian mineral collection.

The exact specimen pictured will be received.
Geological Specifications

Mineral: Garnierite with Quartz, trade-named “Indonesian Smithsonite”
Locality: Indonesia
Formation: Nickel-rich secondary mineralisation with silica deposition
Hardness: Variable due to mixed mineral composition

“Indonesian Smithsonite” is a trade name used for Indonesian material containing nickel-bearing garnierite with associated silica or quartz. Despite the trade name, this material is not true smithsonite, which is a zinc carbonate mineral.

Garnierite develops through the weathering and alteration of nickel-rich ultramafic rocks. Its characteristic green mineralisation can occur as veins, coatings and fracture fillings throughout the host rock. Silica-rich fluids may subsequently deposit quartz and chalcedony within fractures and cavities, creating the complex textures visible across the specimen.
Metaphysical Properties

Traditionally associated with:

• Growth and positive change
• Abundance and prosperity
• Grounding and connection to nature
• Emotional balance
• Clarity and energetic cleansing

Garnierite is often associated with abundance, personal growth and embracing new opportunities, while quartz is traditionally linked with clarity and amplification.

(Metaphysical properties are offered for spiritual interest only.)

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