rhodonite
Rhodonite is a pink to red gem that resembles a rose flower.
Many contain black resinous markings.
The name comes from the Greek word ``rhodon'' (rose), and the Japanese name is ``rosestone''.
It is generally opaque, but highly transparent gem-quality gemstones are also produced.
Karatz GemMagazine
" Rhodonite "
Karatz GemMagazine
" Rhodonite "