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Rhodochrosite and Quartz from Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado

 
Rhodochrosite and Quartz from Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado

Rhodochrosite and Quartz from Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado

DESCRIPTION:No. 39224
Mineral:Rhodochrosite and Quartz
Locality:Idarado Mine, Ouray District, Ouray County, Colorado
Description:Bright pink rhodochrosite in a complex crystal cluster overgrown on milky quartz crystals. The rhodochrosite crystals are bladed habit and have excellent color.
Overall Size:4x3.5x3 cm
Crystals:1-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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