Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 4.0
Specific Gravity 3.45 – 3.7
Refractive Index 1.578 – 1.82
Crystal System Trigonal
Luster Vitreous,Resinous
Cleavage Perfect
Fracture Uneven,Conchoidal
Color pink
Birefringence 0.208
Dispersion 0.015
Pleochroism Distinct: pinkish-red - colorless/light pink

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)
Mohs hardness of Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

Where to Buy Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)

About Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)

ロードクロサイト(菱マンガン鉱)は、バラ色〜深紅のバンデッドパターンが美麗な炭酸マンガン鉱物で、稀に透明なチェリーレッドの結晶も産します。アルゼンチン・カピリタス鉱山の同心円状のバラ白縞模様の石灰石タイプが世界最高品質とされ、米国コロラド州スウィートホーム鉱山は美麗な透明赤色結晶で有名です。コロラド州の州石であり、アルゼンチンの国石でもあります。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
ロードクロサイト(菱マンガン鉱)は、バラ色〜深紅のバンデッドパターンが美麗な炭酸マンガン鉱物で、稀に透明なチェリーレッドの結晶も産します。アルゼンチン・カピリタス鉱山の同心円状のバラ白縞模様の石灰石タイプが世界最高品質とされ、米国コロラド州スウィートホーム鉱山は美麗な透明赤色結晶で有名です。コロラド州の州石であり、アルゼンチンの国石でもあります。
What is the hardness of Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) has a Mohs hardness of 4.0, making it relatively soft for use in jewelry.
What color is Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) is primarily Pink.
How much does Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) cost?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar)?
Rhodochrosite (Manganesespar) belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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