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Rhodochrosite, Manganite

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This features a veritable bloom of tightly-packed crystals in back, with individual, isolated crystals to over one centimeter in the foreground. Fine red color, and pretty contrast with the dark manganite matrix make the piece (manganite is the ore of manganese that this mine existed for in the first place). The form is interesting if not the "typical" scaleno habit, and the piece is quite showy. 5.8 x 4.6 x 3.2 cm

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.8 x 4.6 x 3.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Rhodochrosite
Mineral guide
Learn about Rhodochrosite
deep pink to rich red manganese carbonate with vitreous crystals, diverse crystal habits, and renowned localities prized by collectors.
Rhodochrosite
Regional guide
Rhodochrosite from Nchwaning Mines, South Africa
from N'Chwaning Mines, South Africa: intensely colored, gemmy crystals on manganite, renowned among collectors for form and rarity.