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Rhodochrosite from Cavnic, Maramureș County, Romania
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Attractive clusters of pink rhodochrosite scattered across the top of a crystallized quartz and calcite matrix. In very good condition.
Cavnic, located in the Maramures region of northern Romania, is a historic mining district with metal extraction dating back to medieval times and sustained commercial operations through the twentieth century. Geologically, the area is situated within the Neogene volcanic belt of the Eastern Carpathians, where epithermal vein deposits formed through hydrothermal activity associated with calc-alkaline volcanism. Mineralogically, the district is world-famous for its rich polymetallic sulfide veins, producing exceptional, highly aesthetic museum specimens of quartz, rhodochrosite, calcite, sphalerite, galena, and various sulfosalts that are treasured by collectors globally.
Product details
SpeciesRhodochrositeCalciteQuartz
SizeCabinet
Dimensions14.0 x 9.5 x 3.5 cm
Added on08/11/2026
LocalityRomania, Maramureș County, Cavnic
Current owner
Unknown Owner
- Acquired
- Sep 2026
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Weinrich Minerals | Not disclosed |
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Learn about Rhodochrosite
deep pink to rich red manganese carbonate with vitreous crystals, diverse crystal habits, and renowned localities prized by collectors.Regional guide
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