Purchased in Big Sky, MT. from a local jeweler. This ring is one of a kind handmade. Such a statement stone with beautiful hues of earthy pink. Size 7. Could use a little polishing if you want to shine up the sterling silver or leave it “as is”. Either way, the ring is all about the gorgeous stone! 💕 About the Rhodochrosite stone: Rhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral that features beautiful pink and red tones, often with white and gray streaks or bands. It typically forms in hydrothermal veins associated with silver, lead, and copper mines. The bands seen in rhodochrosite are a result of layer upon layer of manganese carbonate forming over time. It can occur as a transparent crystal and is often faceted for jewelry. Rhodochrosite is valued not only for its beauty but also for its rarity and unique patterns. It is also known as 'Inca Rose' because the Incas used the stone for possible spiritual purposes. In addition to being aesthetically pleasing, rhodochrosite is believed by some to offer emotional healing and stress relief.