{"product_id":"rhodochrosite-polished-face-specimen","title":"Rhodochrosite - Polished Face Specimen","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: \u003c\/span\u003eThis one of a kind polished-face Rhodochrosite specimen from Peru features two prominent concentric growth formations exposed across the cut face, each with pale cream centres surrounded by tight rings of pink, rose-red, and burgundy Rhodochrosite. The polished section contrasts with the largely natural exterior, which retains a rough, earthy surface in muted pink, tan, and brown tones. Layered banding continues through the surrounding material, while small grey and cream mineral areas add variation along the edge of the polished face.\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":49176176296106,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/Rhodochrosite420.jpg?v=1788288109","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/es\/products\/rhodochrosite-polished-face-specimen","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}