Miller Canyon 39

 

 

 

From Miller Canyon in the Huachuca Mountains, Arizona, a large plate with red Calcite surrounding lavender Smithsonite as shown under shortwave UV in the upper picture.  The lower picture shows the response under longwave UV where the Smithsonite is a creamy white color and some surprising veins of yellow/orange Sphalerite appear.  One of the most unusual and aesthetic pieces from this location.  The Sphalerite has a good phosphorescence.  Dimensions are 6 x 2 1/2 x 1 inches.  Price: $75