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Rhodochrosite on Fluorite from Huallapon Mine, Pasto Bueno, Ancash, Peru

 
Rhodochrosite on Fluorite from Huallapon Mine, Pasto Bueno, Ancash, Peru

Rhodochrosite on Fluorite from Huallapon Mine, Pasto Bueno, Ancash, Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 29991
Mineral:Rhodochrosite on Fluorite
Locality:Huallapon Mine, Pasto Bueno, Ancash, Peru
Description:Aesthetic specimen of translucent pink rhodochrosite crystals up to 13 mm overgrown on colorless fluorite crystals up to 2 mm. The rhodochrosite crystals have faces composed of parallel, stepped surfaces. No apparent damage.
Overall Size:40x25x20 mm
Crystals:1-13 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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