Rhodonite Tumbled Stone

Rhodonite Tumbled Stone Chakra: Root and Heart Approximate Size: 1-1.25 inchesRhodonite is a pink manganese metasilicate mineral that often contains significant amounts of iron, magnesium, and calcium. Rhodonite was first discovered in 1819 by C.F. Jasche. The crystal was named from the Greek word meaning “a rose”, due to it’s pink to rose red color. Rhodonite can also be found in brownish-red and black varieties with pink inclusions within. It was originally only found in the Ural Mountains in Russia, but can now be found in India, Mexico, Sweden, Madagascar, Brazil, and USA. Rhodonite has been named as the state gem of Massachusetts.Chemical Formula: (Mn2+,Fe2+,Mg,Ca)SiO3Hardness: 5.5-6.5 ***NOTE TO BUYER***This is a "random selection" listing. You will NOT receive the exact item photographed in the listing, but one that is very similar. However, due to the unique nature of each mineral, the size, shape, and color may vary slightly. Please reference secondary photos for examples of v