1.8" Natural Rough Zebra Calcite Crystal Mineral Specimen Nuevo Leon Mexico
Location: Nuevo Leon, Mexico
Weight: 2.6 Ounces
Dimension: 1.8 Inches Long, 1.7 Inches Wide, 1.4 Inches Thick
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Calcite is a calcium carbonate mineral ranking 3 on the Mohs hardness scale, forming the primary component of marble and limestone worldwide. These specimens showcase calcite's remarkable color diversity, appearing in shades of red, green, orange, yellow, blue, pink, clear, black, and white. Derived from the Greek word "chalix," meaning lime, calcite exhibits unique properties, including fluorescence under UV light and historical applications ranging from cement production to optical instruments. Particularly notable is Yellow Calcite, typically found in massive formations with premier examples originating from Mexican deposits. Each piece represents Earth's most abundant mineral family, offering collectors a tangible piece of geological history with distinctive visual and scientific appeal.
