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Rhodochrosite is a lovely gemstone that ranges from strawberry-red to pink. It is a relatively new gemstone that first appeared on the market in 1940. The name comes from the Greek rhodes, meaning "rose", and chros, meaning "color".
This is a large loose piece of approximately 2.5ct polished from old stock South African rhodochrosite. A certificate of identification from the Japan-German Gem Research Institute is included.
・Type: Loose (natural stone)
・Stone name: Rhodochrosite from South Africa
・Weight: 2.477ct
・Size: 9.5×7.1mm
・Shape: Oval cut
・Scratch/chip: S
・Inclusion: A+
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・Accessories: Identification book (Japan-German Gem Research Institute), loose case (if it doesn't fit, clear case with zip)
▷For more information about Rhodochrosite
Are rhodochrosite and inca rose the same stone? Are there any fakes?
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karatz_item_id: 12549827
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