Rhodonite is a manganese silicate mineral known for its striking pink color and contrasting black veining. It’s popular in jewelry, carvings, and as a collector’s stone.
Color
Typically pink, rose, or red
Often has black manganese oxide veining, forming web-like or patchy patterns
Pure gem-quality rhodonite (no black veining) is more rare and highly prized
Can sometimes show brown, gray, or yellow tones
Locations (Where It’s Found)
Russia (Ural Mountains) – famous for large pink specimens used in carvings
Australia
Sweden
United States – Massachusetts, New Jersey, Colorado
