Mined from: Tsumeb Mine area, Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region, Namibia

Description: This piece shows classic botryoidal smithsonite with a vivid electric blue to turquoise color, forming rounded, grape-like surfaces that flow over a contrasting brown matrix. The surface has a waxy to silky luster, with small hemispherical growths merging together into a smooth, almost liquid-looking texture. Areas of exposed matrix break up the color and give the piece a more rugged, natural feel, while the brighter blue zones draw the eye immediately.

Smithsonite is a zinc carbonate mineral that forms as a secondary mineral in the oxidized zones of zinc deposits. It develops when zinc-bearing minerals like sphalerite break down and react with carbonated waters near the surface. The botryoidal habit seen here is typical of slow precipitation in open cavities, where layers build outward in rounded forms. The intense blue coloration is usually caused by trace copper, which substitutes into the crystal structure during formation—something commonly seen in African deposits, especially those from Namibia and the Congo region.

Smithsonite is often associated with emotional balance and calming energy. It’s thought to help reduce stress, encourage gentle communication, and support a steady, grounded mindset during periods of change or overwhelm.

Quantity: 1pc
With this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph.