Rhodochrosite

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Rhodochrosite, 7 cm, from the Uchucchacua mine, Oyon Province, Lima, Peru. Private collection; Tom Spann photo. Reference: Crowley at al. (1997).

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Flawless Beauty page 194
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DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Will JohnsonNot 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
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Rhodochrosite from Uchucchacua Mine
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Locality guide
Uchucchacua Mine
A collector's guide to Uchucchacua Mine, Peru: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 262 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.