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$150Last sale
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Rhodochrosite
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A loose fine grouping of pink opaque lustrous somewhat skeletal rhombohedral rhodochrosite crystals. In great condition.The Sunnyside Mine, located near Silverton in San Juan County, Colorado, is a historic underground operation renowned for precious and base metal production, including gold, silver, lead, and zinc. Situated within the rugged volcanic terrain of the San Juan volcanic field, the deposit consists of complex hydrothermal vein systems hosted in Tertiary volcanic and intrusive rocks associated with caldera collapse structures. Discovered in the late nineteenth century, the mine experienced extensive production cycles through the twentieth century, particularly under later corporate operators before closing in 1991. It is also famous among mineral collectors for producing world-class specimens of rhodochrosite, quartz, and associated sulfide minerals.
Product details
SpeciesRhodochrosite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.7 x 1.6 x 0.9 cm
Added on10/09/2026
LocalityUSA, Utah, Sunnyside Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
- Acquired
- Oct 2026
- Price paid
- $150.00
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Weinrich Minerals | Not disclosed |
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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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