Rhodochrosite With Pyrite
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A beautiful, rolling plate of classic dark red-pink rhodochrosite, from the famous Oppu Mine. These are noted for their association with flat, embedded pyrite crystals as you see here. Old material, seldom seen today.
Product details
SpeciesPyrite, Rhodochrosite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.2 x 5.6 x 1.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityJapan, Aomori Prefecture, Oppu Mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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Mineral guide
Learn about Pyrite
brilliant metallic luster, perfect cubes, and golden color; collectors prize affordable pieces to top specimens, with Navajún and Huanzala localities.Regional guide
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