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Description
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Rhodochrosite cab ~
Offered here is a collectibly unique cabochon of rhodochrosite, from Argentina, cut from scarce old stock material. Not easy to come by like it once was, last I heard, the price of classic rhodochrosite is strictly controlled by the Argentinian goverment. -grr- This magnificent stone features lovely pink coloration, with sharply contrasting dark silvery metallics at one edge. Some of the bands show dogtoothed spikes in palest pink pastels. I'm told the metallic ore area probably contains at least some precious silver content, and as can be seen in the third pic, reflected light reveals that it has an odd moire pattern to it, a bit like psilomelane. This translucent stone has some of the typical crystalline veil inclusions, and excellent visual appeal. This deluxe beauty has a designer 'flame' shape, with a nicely rounded dome of 5mm, and it is polished to a lustrous gloss both front and back.
Size: 52x24mm
Weight: approximately 64 carats
Price: SOLD
Current gemstone for sale $62.00
 Rhodochrosite
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