7" Rhodochrosite Stalactite Slice - Large Specimen

This is a large, 7" wide, polished, rhodochrosite stalactiteslice from the famous Capillitas Mine in Argentina. This specimen has some areas of pyrite replacement and a nice banding around the edges. The thickness varies from .15" to .35" thick

This specimen comes with an acrylic display stand.

Rhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral with the chemical composition MnCO3. The crystals typically have a rosy pink to red coloration with rhombohedral cleaving in three directions. It forms from hydrothermal pockets and can be found as both crystals and in banded formations. Its color and occasional banding patterns make it a popular stone for faceting and cutting into cabochons. Premier specimens come from China, South Africa, Argentina, where it is the national mineral, and from the Sweet Home Mine in Alma, Colorado.
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DETAILS
SPECIES
Rhodochrosite & Pyrite
LOCATION
Capillitas Mine, Catamarca Province, Argentina
SIZE
7 x 3.2", Varies in thickness, up to .35" thick
CATEGORY
ITEM
#78051