6.4" Rhodochrosite Stalactite Slice - Argentina

Rhodochrosite Stalactite Slice - Argentina #61723

This is a 6.4" wide rhodochrosite stalactite slice, collected from the Capillitas Mine in Argentina. The portion of this mine that produced these types of banded rhodochrosite specimens, was mined out decades ago. The banding of this specimen is beautifully defined and contains wonderful coloring. The specimen has been cut but has NOT been polished.

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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