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Chalcedony with Smithsonite

Chalcedony with Smithsonite

An open end Chalcedony geode filled with a gem clear Smithsonite crystal from Namibia, 6cm., I would call this a museum piece....
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An open end Chalcedony geode filled with a gem clear Smithsonite crystal from Namibia, 6cm., I would call this a museum piece.
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NIKON D40

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Aperture f/5.6 ISO 400 Shutter 10/600

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Jan, 2015

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You have a fantastic gem and mineral collection! Your photos of them are beautiful!

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