Rhodochrosite Point - 7.4cm

Gorgeous Rhodochrosite Point with absolutely stunning markings - much nicer in person!

85gm - 7.4cm x 2cm x 2.25cm

RHODOCHROSITE

The Stone of the Compassionate Heart

✦ GEMSTONE INFORMATION ✦

COMPOSITION: Manganese Carbonate

MOHS HARDNESS: 3.5 - 4

TRANSPARENCY: Translucent to opaque

LUSTRE: Vitreous to pearly

COLOURS: Rose pink to raspberry with white banding

LOCATIONS FOUND: Argentina (Capillitas Mine), South Africa, Peru, USA, Romania

FORMATION: Forms in hydrothermal veins with manganese

★ DID YOU KNOW? ★

• Argentina's national gemstone - found in ancient Inca mines.

• The Inca believed it was the blood of former rulers turned to stone.

■ METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES ■

• Known for self-love and compassionate healing

• Associated with the Heart and Solar Plexus Chakras

• Believed to heal emotional wounds

• Said to encourage positive and cheerful outlook

• Traditionally used for attracting love

Metaphysical properties listed above are drawn from widely published crystal healing literature including "The Crystal Bible" by Judy Hall, "Love Is In The Earth" by Melody, and other sources. These claims have not been scientifically verified and are not intended to be used for medical treatment, advice or diagnosis.