Rhodochrosite after Calcite with Galena, Calcite - image 1
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Rhodochrosite after Calcite with Galena, Calcite

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Large platy crystals of what were once calcite, these now replaced by pink crystallized rhodochrosite. Galena and calcite are scattered throughout. This is in good condition.

Product details

SpeciesRhodochrosite, Galena, Calcite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions13.0 x 11.0 x 6.5 cm
Added on12/28/2025
LocalityBulgaria, Plovdiv Province, Droujba mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Feb 2026
Price paid
$530.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Rhodochrosite
Mineral guide
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deep pink to rich red manganese carbonate with vitreous crystals, diverse crystal habits, and renowned localities prized by collectors.
Rhodochrosite
Regional guide
Rhodochrosite from Droujba mine
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Locality guide
Droujba mine
Droujba mine, Bulgaria — a renowned Laki district locality famed for architectural calcite and quartz with rhombohedrons and pseudomorphs, prized by collectors.