{"product_id":"rhodochrosite-sphere-specimen-5","title":"Rhodochrosite - Sphere","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Uchucchacua Mine, Oyón Province, Lima Department, Peru\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: This one of a kind Rhodochrosite sphere mineral specimen from Peru features a broad mix of salmon pink, rose, cream, tan, gray, and charcoal-toned mineral zones. One side shows larger crystalline pink sections with visible cleavage and a glassier polish, while the opposite side carries tighter banded formations with irregular dark gray and black patches. Natural cavities, small pits, and open vugs are scattered through the sphere, giving the piece a rougher texture in places and breaking up the smoother polished surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral known for its pink, rose-red, and reddish coloration, often forming in hydrothermal ore deposits alongside other manganese and metallic minerals. Peru is an important source of Rhodochrosite, particularly from polymetallic mining districts in the Andes, where it can occur as banded masses, vein material, and crystalline growths. The repeated layering visible in this specimen is typical of material that formed through changing mineral-rich fluids depositing Rhodochrosite over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiritually, Rhodochrosite is commonly associated with emotional balance, compassion, self-confidence, and personal growth. Its pink colour has traditionally linked it with the heart chakra, and some collectors use it as a symbolic reminder of patience, forgiveness, and maintaining a more positive outlook. These associations are traditional rather than scientifically established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph.\u003cbr\u003eThe face is not Polished; just cut.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49177034326186,"sku":null,"price":1155.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/RhodochrositeSphere-1155.jpg?v=1788301614","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/ar\/products\/rhodochrosite-sphere-specimen-5","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}