Rhodochrosite is an interesting rose-colored gemstone that was only introduced to the market around 1940. Though it is not particularly hard - rating only 4 on the Mohs scale - it has become popular as a decorative material due to its attractive soft color and its intriguing variegated markings.

Transparent red crystals are rare; rhodochrosite is usually found in an aggregate form with alternating light and dark stripes in zigzag bands, somewhat similar in that respect to malachite or agate. The most common colors are light red and pink and it displays a vitreous luster when polished.

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12.1mm Round Cabochon Multicolor Rhodochrosite - Weight avg. 6.39ct each, 12.1mm Rhodochrosite selling By Piece, Color: Multicolor, Clarity: Translucent, Natural untreated Gemstone, Mohs Hardness 4 - 4

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