Rhodochrosite after Calcite - image 1
Rhodochrosite after Calcite - image 2
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Rhodochrosite after Calcite

Unknown Owner
Large platy crystals of what were once calcite measuring to 6.5 cm are in size coming off matrix and replaced now by light pink crystallized rhodochrosite. Some damage present as seen. Crystallized completely all around.

Product details

Species
Calcite, RhodochrositeAbout Calcite →
SizeCabinet
Dimensions15.0 x 11.0 x 8.0 cm
Added on01/17/2026
Locality
Bulgaria, Smolyan Province, Krushev dol Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Unknown Owner$350.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Calcite
Mineral guide
Learn about Calcite
diverse shapes, colors, and optical quirks; widely available yet scarce elite pieces from Elmwood and Charcas drive collecting value and display.
Regional guide
Calcite from Krushev dol Mine
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