Polished Rhodochrosite stalactite slice

Item Description

Capillitas Mine rhodochrosite from the famous late 1980s-early 1990s finds is highly desirable as mineral specimens, decorative pieces and in jewelry. This is a very sculptural polished slice (only one side is polished) through three intergrown rhodochrosite stalactites from this noted locale. The striking variable colors of rich rose-red and pastel-pink and dense banding make for a very expressive specimen. The concecentric banding, colors and striking "bullseyes" really stand out, when the piece is backlit! 129 grams mass. High quality rhodochrosite from Catamarca. Value?? BETTER IN PERSON!