Madagascan Pink Rhodonite Sphere - 51mm, 243g
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£34.99
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Locality - Madagascar
Size – 51mm
Weight – 243g
Size – 51mm
Weight – 243g
This rare rhodonite sphere features rich, deep reddish-pink colouration and metallic black dendritic patterns throughout with a sparkling surface that glistens when turned in strong lighting. It has been polished and shaped to to perfection and makes for an attractive display piece. A wooden stand as pictured will be provided with this sphere.
About Rhodonite
Rhodonite is a pink to red manganese silicate often found with metallic black manganese oxide veins within it. Its name derives from the Greek 'rhodon', meaning 'rose', in reference to its colouration. It is usually found in massive form in metamorphic rocks and contains significant amounts of iron, magnesium and calcium. Well-formed, transparent crystals of rhodonite are especially rare, most not even exceeding 1g in weight, and are highly sought after by mineral collectors. The opaque variety is popular for use in beads, cabochons and decorative carvings. Sources of gem-quality rhodonite are found in Russia, Australia, Japan, Madagascar, Sweden, Brazil, Peru, New Jersey and in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, where it has been named their official state gemstone.