Rhodochrosite:
Red Treasure of the RockiesRhodochrosite: Red Treasure of the Rockies
This video tells the story of the Sweet Home Mine from its beginnings as a modest 1870s silver mine to its rebirth as a world-renowned source of crystal specimens. Experience hard rock mining up close. Watch miners within Colorado’s 14,000 foot Mount Bross as they drill and blast trying to find elusive pockets of natural riches. Learn how science guides the underground treasure hunt. Follow geologists as they try to unravel the mysteries of the ancient mountain. See some of the most spectacular natural wonders ever brought to light.
Join the hunt for Rhodochrosite: Red Treasure of the Rockies.
Free excerpts from the Red Treasure video are available at the Silver Mountain Productions YouTube channel.
More previously unpublished Sweet Home video clips will be added, so check back periodically.
The complete 87 minute Red Treasure video is available for purchase and downloading:
The classic documentary “Rhodochrosite: Red Treasure of the Rockies” is now available online in Standard Definition, and upscaled to High Definition and Ultra High Definition (4K) resolution! Download directly to your computer, phone, or tablet!