These are the semi-precious Rhodochrosite smooth and carved beads we currently have in stock.
Rhodochrosite used for beading products is formed in caves and primarily comes from Argentina. The deposits appear as stalagmites. This gemstone is relatively rare, especially in the color we carry: mostly pinks, lots of creamy white banding, and almost no grey, yellowish or black inclusions.
Rhodochrosite used for beads is formed in caves and primarily comes from Argentina. The gemstone is then sent to China to be fabricated into beads. Our current stock of 4.5mm Rhodochrosite has lots of pink tones and not quite as much white banding as usual. You'll also see some flecks of black or grey inclusions in this stock. A few beads may be drilled slightly off center, as shown in the picture.
Due to the high price of this gemstone, we sell 4.5mm Rhodochrosite by the bead. 44 beads will string a length of approximately 8 inches.
This is the same gemstone as our regularly stocked Rhodochrosite - but in a creamy light pink color that we call "Powder Puff Pink". You won't see much of the distinct banding that is found in more expensive Rhodochrosite - just well mixed color tones. You'll also occasionally see tiny black inclusions, as shown in the picture. Because these beads are so affordable, they are sold by strand (rather than by bead). 6mm round beads strung on strands that are 15.5" in length.
Rhodochrosite used for beads is formed in caves and primarily comes from Argentina. The gemstone is then sent to China to be fabricated into beads. Our current stock of 7mm Rhodochrosite has bright pink tones and moderate white banding.
Due to the high price of this gemstone, we sell 6mm Rhodochrosite by the bead. 28 beads will string a length of approximately 8 inches.
Rhodochrosite used for beads is formed in caves and primarily comes from Argentina. The gemstone is then sent to China to be fabricated into beads. Our current stock of 8mm Rhodochrosite has bright pink tones and moderate white banding.
Due to the high price of this gemstone, we sell 6mm Rhodochrosite by the bead. 25 beads will string a length of approximately 8 inches.
Rhodochrosite used for beads is formed in caves and primarily comes from Argentina. The gemstone is then sent to China to be fabricated into beads. Our current stock of 8.5mm Rhodochrosite has nice pink tones, moderate white banding and occasional tiny flecks of black or grey inclusions, as shown.
Due to the high price of this gemstone, we sell 6mm Rhodochrosite by the bead. 23 beads will string a length of approximately 8 inches.
Every once in a while, we get a chance to pick up some donuts in this wonderful gemstone. They tend to be on the expensive side - but the pink color and the intricate banding makes it worth it! The donuts will have some of the pale grey or tan banding or small black sections typical of this gemstone. None of our current stock has as much black as the donut to the left in the picture, but the level of grey banding is representative. 30mm Rhodochrosite Round Gemstone Donut, sold each.
Rhodochrosite Gemstone Chip Beads - these chips are hand selected for good pink color and well defined white banding. Beads are about 5-10mm wide and 2-5mm thick. Enough chips to string between 15-17"; some chips may be loose (off of the strand).