Rhodolite: 'rO-d&l-"It - A pink or purple garnet, used as a gem
Color: pink or pinkish purple
Mined: can be found throughout the world, Rhodesia, Madagascar, North Carolina and Tanzania
Moh's Hardness: 7-7.5
Birthstone: no

Because the rhodolite is a beautiful pinkish purple garnet, it is often called a raspberry rhodolite. The rhodolite stone has gained popularity in recent decades and is a relatively inexpensive stone to add to a collection.

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