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Rhodochrosite with Pyrite on Matrix from USA
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A really Luscious hot pink-red Rhodochrosite Crystal with glance of Pyrite from the Sweet Home Mine. The Rhodochrosite from the Sweet Home Mine gained popularity due to its exceptional quality and unique pink to red coloration. Though Sweet Home’s Rhodochrosite is currently mined through the Detroit City Portal, production has been limited in the last few years. This particular piece has been found in this locality where often gemmy and displayed distinct banding patterns, making them highly prized among collectors and enthusiasts. It is the dream of every collector to get a really good Rhodochrosite from this locality. This is a gorgeous piece with fat and impressive crystals of intensive color and striking contrast aesthetically sitting on matrix. This specimen exhibits well formed crystals with remarkable shape. It is free of any damage or restoration. This is definitely an impressive piece for the advanced collector.
Product details
SpeciesRhodochrosite, Pyrite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.3 x 6.5 x 4.7 cm
Weight406 grams
Added on10/22/2024
LocalityUSA, Colorado, Sweet Home Mine
Current owner
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Mineral guide
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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