Rhodonite
Rhodonite tumbled
A variety of Rhodonite
What is Rhodonite?
The rare rhodonite is of a bright pink color with black/dark grey spots and stripes when tumbled. Small deposits are found worldwide, including in Sweden, Brazil, Madagascar, and England. It is often used for carving, cabochons, and beads. The very rare transparent rhodonite crystals are made into multi-faceted gemstones.
Uses & Applications
Rhodonite is primarily used as a gemstone in jewelry, ornamental carvings, and decorative objects. It is also used in crystal healing practices and as a collector mineral specimen.
Healing Properties
Believed to heal emotional wounds, promote forgiveness, and encourage self-love. Said to help with emotional trauma, anxiety, and stress while promoting compassion and understanding towards others.
Optical Properties
- Refractive Index
- 1.711-1.752
- Pleochroism
- Strong
- Optical Character
- Biaxial positive
- Dispersion
- 0.014
Discover Values
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Rhodonite before comparing listings or appraisals.
Size & Weight
Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.
Rarity & Demand
Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.
Condition & Finish
Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.
Treatment & Provenance
Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.
Rhodonite Localities Map
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The Meaning
Known as the stone of compassion and emotional healing, rhodonite is believed to heal emotional wounds and scars from the past. It symbolizes forgiveness, understanding, and unconditional love, helping to clear away emotional wounds and scars.
Geochemistry
Rhodonite forms in metamorphic environments where manganese-rich sediments are subjected to regional metamorphism. It commonly occurs in manganese ore deposits and skarns, often associated with other manganese minerals.
Associated Chakras
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Pink, red, brown, black, yellow, green
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5.5-6.5
- Density
- 3.57-3.76 g/cm³
- Streak
- White
- Luster
- Vitreous to pearly
- Crystal System
- Triclinic
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- MnSiO3
- Elements
- Mn, Si, O
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Rhodonite FAQs
How do I identify Rhodonite?
Rhodonite can be identified by its hardness of 5.5-6.5 on the Mohs scale, Pink color, Vitreous to pearly luster, Triclinic crystal system. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Rhodonite?
Rhodonite typically appears in Pink, red, brown, black, yellow, green. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Rhodonite?
Rhodonite has a hardness of 5.5-6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.