Rhodonite is a manganese metasilicate mineral that gets its name from the Greek word for "Rose" due to it's pinky-red colouring. a crystal of the heart and root chakr. Originally only found in the Ural mountains it can now be found in locations in India, Mexico, Sweden, Madagascar, The US and Brazil

Holistic Healing and Metaphysical Traditions:  Said to help clears the mind of worry, helping giving confidence and self-esteem. Also said to help relieve pressure in social, family and working life. Thought to help insect bite and scarring. Traditionally associated with fertility.