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Polished On One Side Rhodonite Nodules x 4 From Ambindavato, Madagascar
R1,752.80 ZAR
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R1,752.80 ZAR
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General Information - The name Rhodonite comes from rhodos, the Greek word for rose, referring to the stone's distinct pink or rose red colour. Banded Rhodonite became a very popular ornamental stone during the 1930s, after the discovery of the material in Argentina – this regional material is sometimes called Inca Rose.
Grade = Good Grade
Size = 76 - 92 mm | 3 - 3.6 inch
Net Weight = 1.9 Kg | 4.2 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch
Polished On One Side Rhodonite Nodules x 4 From Ambindavato, Madagascar
A132044RHOD
RETAIL PRICE
R1,752.80 ZAR
Sale price
R1,752.80 ZAR
Regular price
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AVAILABILITY: We currently have 1 in stock
PRODUCT INFORMATION
General Description
Rhodonite is a Manganese inosilicate, SiO₃ and member of the pyroxenoid group of minerals, crystallizing in the triclinic system. It commonly occurs as cleavable to compact masses with a rose-red colour. This is a new deposit of material being mined in Zimbabwe and polished in the region. It has a very rare and beautiful rich pink to deep red colour. The Rhodonite occurs with black Chromite and has a high weight to size ratio. The pink colour is variable from a dusky pink to semi gemmy which is exceptionally rare. This is an extremely hard stone, and every piece is beautifully polished . Price is grade dependent. Items are as shown.General Information - The name Rhodonite comes from rhodos, the Greek word for rose, referring to the stone's distinct pink or rose red colour. Banded Rhodonite became a very popular ornamental stone during the 1930s, after the discovery of the material in Argentina – this regional material is sometimes called Inca Rose.
Product Data
Locality = Ambindavato, MadagascarGrade = Good Grade
Size = 76 - 92 mm | 3 - 3.6 inch
Net Weight = 1.9 Kg | 4.2 Lbs
Product Type = Small Batch
PRODUCT WEIGHT: 1.885 kg
