Rhodochrosite (classic locale) excellent

Sunnyside Mine, near Silverton, San Juan County, Colorado
Miniature, 4.9 x 3.4 x 2.8 cm
Start Time: 02/18/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
End Time: 02/23/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
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Item Description

Sunnyside Mine rhodochrosites are a desirable Colorado classic. This showy and excellent specimen features intergrown, sharp, lustrous, translucent, lightly frosted and etched, pastel-pink rhombs to 2.9 cm. The piece is in very fine shape, with only light contacting on the back and base. It has two fine display views. The newest Lithographie issue is devoted entirely to minerals of the San Juans. Good timing! Valued $750-900.

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