Light Pink and Purple Botryoidal Smithsonite 300g Specimen from Choix Sinaloa Mexico

This lovely purple/lavender Smithsonite specimen is just lovely. From The EL Refugio Mine, in Choix Sinaloa, Mexico It would make a great addition to any collection. It is Light Pink with a few calcite coatings. Satin/Semi gloss luster. Medium Sized Specimen 300g Gem Lore and Info: Smithsonite is named for James Smithson, the founder of the Smithsonian Institution. The luster of smithsonite sets it apart from other minerals: it has a silky to pearly luster giving natural specimens a certain play of light across its surface that resembles the fine luster of melted wax glowing under a candle flame. It is easy to wax poetically when discussing smithsonite's unique luster. It is really unusual and captivating and collectors can easily get hooked. Smithsonite is a stone of charm, kindness and positive happenings. It is auspicious for new beginnings. It can activate each chakra (energy center) of the body and can be used as a "replacement stone" in crystal healing. It reputedly helps with im