Rhodochrosite
banded pink stone, the 'stone of love'
GenderGirlOriginGreek ('rose-colored')Say itroh-doh-KROH-sitePopularityextremely rare
Pronounced roh-doh-KROH-site
About the name Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite swirls in bands of rose and pink, mined famously from Argentina's silver caves. It's a lush, romantic name with an exotic, storybook feel.
romantic, lush, and quietly tender
Fun fact
Rhodochrosite is Argentina's national gemstone, nicknamed the 'Inca Rose.'
Nicknames for Rhodochrosite
RhoChrosi
Variations
RhodaChrosia