Rhodochrosite from Kounrad Massif, Karaganda Region, Kazakhstan - image 1
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Rhodochrosite from Kounrad Massif, Karaganda Region, Kazakhstan

Incredible rarity! Sharp, partly gemmy rhodochrosite crystal on a smoky quartz and some aragonite from a super old locality in Kazakhstan. You can't find such pieces on the market nowadays. Very happy to own this.

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Product details

SpeciesRhodochrositeSmoky quartzAragonite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.7 x 1.5 cm
Added on05/01/2026
LocalityKazakhstan, Karaganda Region, Kounrad Massif

Owners

Matthew Parshchikov
Matthew Parshchikov
Cologne, Germany
Current owner
1 for sale·Member since 2025

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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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Kounrad Massif
Kounrad Massif, Kazakhstan — bertrandite with rhodochrosite and smoky quartz, plus rare display specimens; collectors prize its limited production window.