Rhodochrosite
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A lovely cluster of gemmy, highly lustrous Rhodochrosites from the Wessels Mine in South Africa. The crystals are about .8 cm across, and have a lovely cherry-pink color. You will not often see Rhodochrosites from this region as gemmy, or as lustrous. Ex. Charlie Key Collection.
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SpeciesRhodochrosite
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Dimensions2.3 x 2.2 x 1.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, Wessels 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 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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