Rhodochrosite gemstone

Rhodochrosite draws its name from the Greek for 'rose' (rhodochrosite means 'rose colored'). By chemical composition rhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate. The Incas, who called it Inca Rose, believed that rhodochrosite is the blood of their former kings and queens that was turned to stone. Its powers include drawing love to the wearer, helps release past psychological issues and improves eyesight.