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Rhodochrosite

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A beautiful cluster of gem red scalenohedral rhodochrosite crystals. This is in excellent condition for one of these South African classic specimens. Most available and batting cleaved terminations, this one is really sharp and fine.

Product details

SpeciesRhodochrosite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.4 x 1.8 x 1.1 cm
Added on02/12/2025
LocalitySouth Africa, Northern Cape, N'Chwaning Mines

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
02/2025Unknown Owner$5,000.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot 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.