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A374 ~ Rhodonite Slab ~ California
$ 5.54
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Description
Mystic Mountain Slabs.
Description
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This Thick Rhodonite slab was cut from rough that came from the Los Burros Mining District in the Santa Maria Mountains of sw Monterey County, California. The deposit of Rhodonite consists of two distinct species, Ferrorhodonite, and Fowlerite. The color (mineral) distribution in this material suggests a combination of both types mentioned. There are soft pinks, magenta red, brownish-red, black, green and even a little hint of blue. Very strange and unique material and very rare as the deposit was depleted by 1970. The area is now known as Lime Kiln State Park where further mining activities are not allowed. Hardness of around 5 on the Moh's scale.
The last two photos show the slab in a dry state for the benefit of those who want to see color distribution, intensity & to evaluate for fractures, pitting, etc.
Measurements
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79 X 77 X 8.11 mm
Weight: 4.6 oz
Pitting
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As described above. There always exists the possibility of pitting occurring somewhere on the outer surface or internally..
Fractures: As described above. There always exists the possibility of fractures in all slabs and rough that are overlooked.
Photographic Miscellania:
All items have dry views and wet views - our slabs are not polished. We use Canon cameras and lenses. Faithful setting ensures accurate color as we see it outside here in Arizona at 3300 feet elevation under direct, high-intensity Arizona sunlight.
Terms
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Open Box: We do allow customers to keep an open box for up to seven days from date of first item purchased.
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Condition: Everything sold as is, where is. Care is taken to accurately describe any defects existent in any item.