1.8" Rhodochrosite Crystal Cluster - Quebec, Canada
This is a cluster of rhombohedral rhodochrosite crystals that was collected from Mont Saint Hilaire of Quebec, Canada. The crystals are in great condition and exhibit deep red-brown coloration.
Rhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral with them chemical composition MnCO3. The crystals typically have a pink-red coloration and cleaves with rhombohedral cleaving in three directions. It forms from hydrothermal pockets and can be found as both crystals and in banded formations.
SPECIES
Rhodochrosite
LOCATION
Mont Saint Hilaire, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
SIZE
1.8 x 1.3"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#131246