Rhodochrosite, Schorl - image 1
Photo by Chris Stefano

Rhodochrosite, Schorl

Rhodochrosite crystal (pegmatitic) with black schorl, 2.2 cm, from Bulochi, Astore District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. Saphira Minerals specimen; Chris Stefano photo.

Product details

SpeciesRhodochrosite, Schorl
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.2 cm
Added on03/26/2026
LocalityPakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Bulochi
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record 57 2 page 297
Current owner
SM
Saphira Minerals
Member since 2026

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deep pink to rich red manganese carbonate with vitreous crystals, diverse crystal habits, and renowned localities prized by collectors.
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A collector's guide to Bulochi, Pakistan: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 46 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.