2" Sparkling Botryoidal Rhodochrosite w/ Octahedral Fluorite - Mexico

Sparkling Botryoidal Rhodochrosite w/ Octahedral Fluorite - Mexico #240821

This is a gorgeous aggregations of sparkling rhodochrosite crystals that are tightly packed together, creating salmon-pink botryoidal formations. Octahedral fluorite and calcite crystals can be found naturally associated with the rhodochrosite, creating a truly unique and fascinating mineral specimen. It was collected from the Santa Eulalia mining district of Chihuahua, Mexico and including the oxide matrix, measures 2" wide.

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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