Brazilian Rhodonite are beautiful, bright pure crimson red gemstones from Pedro Leopoldo in the Brazillian state of Minas Gerais. Translucent and transparent Rhodonite are impossibly rare and virtually unattainable. This is an exceptionally clean piece.
Mined 12 years ago, these gems are historic production with less than 20 kilograms of the only 100 kilograms mined being gem-quality. The mine was acquired by Vale (the world’s largest iron ore producer) in 2003, and converted from a gemstone to an iron ore mine in 2006. The extreme natural scarcity of fine Brazilian Rhodonite is exasperated by faceting difficulties, noting it is also one of the few gemstones that are unenhanced.
A very rare gem perfect for adding to a collection or setting jewellery.