CLASSIC Rhodochrosite Crystal Cluster With Quartz SWEET HOME MINE, COLORADO




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   Rhodochrosite with QuartzHedgehog pocket, Sweet Home Mine, Mount Bross, Alma Mining District, Park Co., Colorado, USA3.2cm x 2.34cm x 1.85cm       
Description/Interesting Notes: A classic example of rhodochrosite from this legendary Colorado locale!!!  This specimen consists of a group of intergrown rhombs of rich, reddish pink rhodochrosite in associatio with a few scattered quartz crystals!!!  The rhodochrosite crystals exhibit sharp fa...ces with velvety luster and marked translucence!!!  Although the crystals are not pristine, they are still quite handsome and display terrifically in person!!!  Classic material!!!  The pics hardly do it justice!!!  Must be seen in person to be fully appreciated!!!Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! 
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