{"product_id":"natural-rhodochrosite-slab-14-pink-banded-mineral-specimen-with-black-matrix-natural-vugs","title":"Natural Rhodochrosite Slab #14 – Pink Banded Mineral Specimen with Black Matrix \u0026 Natural Vugs","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRhodochrosite Slab #14 is a striking natural specimen featuring rich salmon and strawberry-pink coloring contrasted by cream banding and dramatic areas of dark black and gray matrix. Flowing bands travel through the stone in irregular formations, creating layered patterns that change considerably from one side of the slab to the other.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece has especially interesting natural character. Several open cavities and vugs are visible throughout the stone, along with small crystalline-looking areas and irregular matrix formations. Under stronger light, portions of the pink material show noticeable translucency, adding another dimension to the specimen. Both sides offer distinctly different patterns, making this an interesting piece for display, collecting, lapidary use, or simply appreciating the natural formation of the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight: \u003cstrong\u003e65 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural Rhodochrosite\u003cbr\u003eForm: Slab \/ mineral specimen\u003cbr\u003eColors: Strawberry pink, salmon pink, cream, white, gray and black\u003cbr\u003ePattern: Natural layered and banded formations\u003cbr\u003eMatrix\/Inclusions: Prominent dark gray to black natural matrix\u003cbr\u003eNatural Features: Visible cavities, vugs, inclusions and irregular formations\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Cut slab with polished\/smoothed faces\u003cbr\u003eEdges: Natural and irregular in areas\u003cbr\u003eQuantity: One exact specimen — \u003cstrong\u003eSlab #14\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to the ruler photographs for approximate dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a natural stone specimen. Natural stones may contain cracks, fractures, pits, cavities, inclusions, matrix, uneven areas, color variations and other irregularities created during their formation. These characteristics are part of the individual specimen and should not be considered manufacturing defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotographs are of the \u003cstrong\u003eexact Rhodochrosite Slab #14 you will receive\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhancements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo artificial color enhancement has been applied to the stone. Photographs are taken under different lighting conditions when helpful to show the specimen's natural color, pattern, translucency and surface features as accurately as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetaphysical Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRhodochrosite is commonly associated in metaphysical traditions with love, compassion, emotional healing and self-acceptance. These properties are based on spiritual and metaphysical beliefs and are not scientifically proven or intended as medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarefully Packaged for Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour specimen will be carefully wrapped and protected for shipment to help prevent damage during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplay stand shown in photographs is for presentation purposes only and is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e with purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gems and Minerals Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55513360236835,"sku":null,"price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/9638\/3011\/files\/D0B72D6F-951F-4CAC-8EF5-3C30CC4D9D1E.jpg?v=1787695870","url":"https:\/\/www.gemsandmineralsrock.com\/products\/natural-rhodochrosite-slab-14-pink-banded-mineral-specimen-with-black-matrix-natural-vugs","provider":"Gems \u0026 Minerals Rock","version":"1.0","type":"link"}