Rhodochrosite 11-21mm faceted beads (ETB00642)

Rhodochrosite 

Rhodochrosite is stone that is usually seen in  elegant pink to red that often has bands of white.   It is sometimes seen in brown with the characteristic bands of white as well. Hardness : 3.5-4.  Common Locations: Argentina, Peru, Colorado USA.

Dimensions of beads:

Size: 16 x 11.5 x 12.5 mm
- this is only an approximate, the size varies slightly.

Length: 18.5 inches

Finishing: Polished