Rhodochrosite Necklace

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Freeform Rhodochrosite Necklace in black waxed cord

Inside circumference: 40-80cm (size adjustable with sliding knots)

Stone Size: 13mm

RHODOCHROSITE - Its name means rose-colored (pink and white bands). It is formed when manganese is dissolved by ground water and combines with a carbonate material and then drips off the ceiling of caves and crevices deep underground. Due to its being relatively soft, and having perfect cleaveage, it is very difficult to cut, and therefore rarely found faceted in jewelry. The Incas believed that rhodochrosite is the blood of their former rulers, turned to stone, therefore it is sometimes called "Rosa del Inca" or "Inca Rose".