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

“Indonesian Smithsonite” Garnierite with Quartz N

£14.00
Description

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

This Piece N has an elongated sculptural formation dominated by rich amber, honey and caramel-toned mineralisation. Mint and turquoise-green garnierite appears throughout as fine veins, coatings and exposed patches, contrasting beautifully against the warm earthy matrix.

Numerous small cavities and crystalline pockets run across the specimen, revealing further mineral growth beneath the surface and creating exceptional texture from top to bottom.

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. Associated silica-rich mineralisation may fill cavities and fractures, producing the complex crystalline textures seen across these unusual Indonesian specimens.
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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