mineral
Rhodonite
Inosilicate, (Mn,Fe,Mg,Ca)SiO3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 5.5-6.5; pink to rose-red with dark gray or black manganese oxide veins; vitreous luster; triclinic crystal system.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 5.5-6.5; pink to rose-red with dark gray or black manganese oxide veins; vitreous luster; triclinic crystal system.
Formation & geological history
Formed in metamorphic environments through the alteration of manganese-rich rocks by hydrothermal activity.
Uses & applications
Primarily used as an ornamental stone for cabochons, beads, carvings, and occasionally as a minor ore of manganese.
Geological facts
Its distinct pink color combined with black dendritic veining makes it easily recognizable and popular among lapidaries.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its characteristic pink hue and black manganese inclusions; found in Australia, Russia, Canada, and the USA.
