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Rhodochrosite from Capillitas Mine, Catamarca, Argentina

 
Rhodochrosite from Capillitas Mine, Catamarca, Argentina

Rhodochrosite from Capillitas Mine, Catamarca, Argentina

DESCRIPTION:No. 52915
Mineral:Rhodochrosite
Locality:Capillitas Mine, Catamarca, Argentina
Description:Large end of a stalactite of banded translucent deep-pink rhodochrosite with one front polished to highlight the concentric growth patterns. The rear is the natural end surface of the stalactite.
Overall Size:7x5.5x2.5 cm
Crystals:1-2 mm layers
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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