Rhodocrosite is the STONE OF REPAIR which directs healing energy to the Heart or any other areas in need of repair. This stone aids in working through past traumas or other stressful situations. Rhodocrosite is very difficult to cut, which make it rare to find faceted in jewelry.
It ENHANCES self-love, healing, stress relief, & creativity. It ALLEVIATES stagnancy, negative attachments, & stress.
Rhodocrosite balances the Sacral & Heart Chakras, and its Earth Element is Fire. The relevant Zodiac Signs are Aries & Aquarius, however; all signs may find this stone useful!
Below you will find scientific information on this stone.
GROUP: Manganese Carbonate
COLOR: Pink, Red, Light Brown
MOHS HARDNESS: 3.5 – 4
FORM/HABIT: Hexagonal
OCCURS: Igneous
SOURCES: Argentina, South Africa, Peru, Russia, Gabon