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Rhodochrosite on Quartz from Peru

 
Rhodochrosite on Quartz from Peru

Rhodochrosite on Quartz from Peru

DESCRIPTION:No. 36398
Mineral:Rhodochrosite on Quartz
Locality:Peru
Description:Bright pink rhodochrosite crystals up to .5 mm overgrown on colorless quartz crystals up to 2 mm. Under magnification the rhodochrosite is seen to be transparent pink with glassy crystal faces. This has vivid pink color that is very attractive. Ex. George Loud collection #PE.1
Overall Size:6x5.5x3.5 cm
Crystals:.5-2 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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