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Photo by Holly Smith

Rhodochrosite

Rhodochrosite, 22 cm, from the Oppu mine, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. Photo: Holly Smith.

Product details

SpeciesRhodochrosite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions22.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityJapan, Aomori Prefecture, Oppu Mine
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collecting In Texas page 223
Current owner
Tim Smith
Tim Smith
North Wales
Member since 2025

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Rhodochrosite
Mineral guide
Learn about Rhodochrosite
deep pink to rich red manganese carbonate with vitreous crystals, diverse crystal habits, and renowned localities prized by collectors.
Rhodochrosite
Regional guide
Rhodochrosite from Oppu Mine
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Locality guide
Oppu Mine
A collector's guide to Oppu Mine, Japan: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 68 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.