Rhodochrosite stalactite (classic locale)

Item Description

Sculptural stalactitic rhodochrosite from the famous late 1970s - early 1980s finds at the Capillitas Mine. The miniature stalactite is composed of tightly intergrown stacked pastel-pink rhodochrosite disks. The back side of the pristine stalactite has an oxide coating from directional fluid flow, adding interest. A classic cutie from the locale.