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Alabandite with Rhodochrosite
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Alabandite is an uncommon manganese sulphide and in this miniature forms well developed crystals to 1.9 cm in a fine-grained, massive Rhodochrosite matrix. It is from Uchucchacua mine in the Oyon Province of Lima Department, Peru, a now famous locality for this combination of minerals. Belonging to the cubic system, the crystals form flattened, 14-sided prisms or tetradecahedrons, of opaque sooty black with a mild greasy lustre. These contrast well set in the almost white, pale pink sucrosic Rhodochrosite. A great example of Alabandite from Uchucchacua mine, Peru.\n
Product details
SpeciesRhodochrosite, Alabandite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions4.5 x 5.6 x 2.5 cm
Added on12/02/2024
LocalityPeru, Lima, Uchucchacua Mine
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired 07/2026·Paid $450.00
Previous owners
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Crystal Classics | Not disclosed |
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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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