This is a Rhodochrosite from the Uchucchacua Mine, Lima Dept. Peru. Uchucchacua Mine is primarily a silver mine which is known to produce Rhodochrosite with stunning, deep electric red color every few years. This locale is undoubtedly one of the top 3 producers for Rhodochrosite, a must have for any collector. This specimen has one vivid red crystal in it's matrix, surrounded by a number of smaller ones.
This specimen is approximately 5.5cm x 7cm x 6cm. You will also receive the acrylic stand, as well as label card with the mineral name and the locale where it was mined.
