Rhyolite 12mm Coin 8-Inch Stone Type_Rhodochrosite The cleaner facet from this

The cleaner facet from this cutting process results in significantly more sparkle than seen in stone cut by other methods

Naturally beautiful

It can range in color from pale pink to deep rose or even rusty red tones depending on the concentration of Manganese

The first rough material was offered for sale in Tucson in 2011 and is now regularly mined at the remote deposit site in Sonora

Rhyolite 12mm Coin 8-Inch Stone Type_Rhodochrosite The cleaner facet from thisRhyolite is a volcanic, igneous rock with high silica content. Its name is taken from the Greek word rhyax, meaning a stream of lava. It is chemically identical to Granite, although sometimes mistaken for Jasper. The stone's mossy greens, browns and grays are reminiscent of a rainforest. Metaphysically, Rhyolite is said to light the fire of creativity within the soul and help with self realization.