Rhodochrosite has a lovely natural pink to red color. Rhodochrosite gemstones are primarily translucent to opaque streaked beads and cabochons. These bands are often in concentric or zigzag patterns of alternating white and pink (or red) colors. The transparent red forms large enough to be cut into gemstones are extremely valuable and cherished by rare gemstone connoisseurs.
| Chemical Formula | MnCO3 |
| Color | Red, Pink, Banded |
| Hardness | 3.5Â -Â 4 |
| Crystal System | Hexagonal |
| Refractive Index | 1.60Â -Â 1.82 |
| SG | 3.0Â -Â 3.3 |
| Transparency | Transparent to nearly opaque |
| Double Refraction | -0.22 |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Cleavage | 1,3 - rhombohedral |
| Mineral Class | Rhodochrosite |
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