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Rhodochrosite (ex Brian Kosnar collection)
- Emma Mine, Butte District, Silver Bow County, Montana
- Small Cabinet, 6.4 x 3.8 x 2.4 cm
- Start Time: 08/19/2010 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/26/2010 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A beautiful and classic display specimen of very attractive, sharp, well-formed, pink rhombohedra of Rhodochrosite which are sprinkled with minor "rossettes" of oxidized Chalcopyrite. The crystals measure up to 1.4 cm on edge, and have a strong pink hue when backlit. Great shape overall, with very little damage, save the periphery. Valued at $700 retail.