Rhodochrosite on Gypsum (var: Selenite) iron with good sized sections inside

with good sized sections inside the crystal that are WATER CLEAR when backlit

the crystal contains a fantastic internal black "phantom" running from the tip of the termination to the base

which is very good for the material

so he decided to blow up the entire section of the mine where the Vivianite was being collected

and very well-crystallized

Rhodochrosite on Gypsum (var: Selenite) iron with good sized sections insideThe Sunnyside mine is one of the most famous localities in Colorado, not only was it a major Gold producer, but in my mind, it is only second to the famous Sweet Home Mine in terms of quality of Rhodochrosite specimens. The Sunnyside has produced some beautiful Rhodochrosite association specimens that are not seen at the Sweet Home including the incredibly rare and desirable Gypsum associations. These specimens were limited at best (I've been told