Calcite Tower - 852g/18cm
Calcite
Calcite is a widely occurring mineral known for its variety of colors and crystal forms. It can appear transparent, white, yellow, orange, green, blue, or even pink, often forming well-defined crystals or smooth massive structures.
Because of its softness and versatility, Calcite is commonly used for polished stones, carvings, decorative objects, and mineral specimens. Its natural clarity and crystalline shapes make it a popular display mineral.
✨ Fact & Fun Fact:
Calcite is a calcium carbonate mineral (CaCO₃) and one of the most common minerals on Earth. It forms the main component of limestone and marble. Calcite is known for its strong double refraction, meaning objects viewed through clear calcite appear doubled. It also reacts with acids, producing visible fizzing due to carbon dioxide release.