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Rhodochrosite
- Sweet Home mine, near Alma, Park County, Colorado
- Miniature, 4.1 x 2.3 x 1.9 cm
- Start Time: 11/04/2010 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 11/11/2010 6:45:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
This specimens hosts sharp rhombohedral crystals of Rhodochrosite measuring up to 1.7 cm with great red-pink color and decent gemminess. They are associated with minor Quartz on matrix. The Sweet Home Mine is known for producing the finest quality Rhodochrosite specimens in the world. This particular specimen is over 30 years old, and is not from the more contemporary finds. This mine will never produce these specimens again for all intents and purposes. Enjoy.