Rhodonite Spere (w/ stand) d2e543918906ecc7fd64e189d936f36c Colors or inclusions in Quartz

Colors or inclusions in Quartz are due to the presence of other minerals (particularly iron)

Perfect crystals are rare

In regard to petrified wood colorization

as some paleontologists feel the animal didn't run

Sulfur is essential to all living organisms as minor amounts exist in body fluids

Rhodonite Spere (w/ stand) d2e543918906ecc7fd64e189d936f36c Colors or inclusions in QuartzRhodonite is an opaque manganese silicate mineral that displays pale pink to deep red with brown black inclusions. It has a shimmering luster that is usually due to inclusions of calcite, iron, and magnesium. It was first discovered in 1819 by CF Jasche. It was named after the Greek word for rose. Metaphysically, it's said to help with compassion and love.