$27.00
A 3.25-inch pink calcite point featuring soft pastel coloration, gentle translucence, and polished facets that highlight its natural layered structure.
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This 3.25-inch pink calcite point is shaped from naturally banded calcite displaying soft pink tones with subtle white veining. Lapidary artisans carve the mineral into a symmetrical point and polish each facet to bring out the stone’s luminous glow.
Calcite’s layered internal structure creates a warm, candlelit effect when viewed under direct light, making this point visually soothing and ideal for display.
Pink calcite forms in carbonate-rich environments, typically within metamorphosed limestone or hydrothermal pockets where calcium carbonate crystallizes in layered growth. Its coloration comes from trace amounts of manganese, which produces the gentle pink hue.
Mexican deposits are known for producing calcite with:
Strong pastel coloration
Distinct banding or internal lamination
Soft natural translucence
The stone cleaves in smooth rhombohedral planes, which contribute to its glowing appearance once polished.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Class | Carbonate – Calcite Variety |
| Chemical Formula | CaCO₃ with Mn impurities |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
| Mohs Hardness | 3 |
| Locality | Mexico, Afghanistan |
| Color Source | Manganese-bearing calcite layers |
Calcite has been used for centuries in carvings, pigments, and architectural decoration. Civilizations in Mesoamerica and the Mediterranean carved calcite for bowls, figurines, and ritual objects due to its softness, translucence, and ability to take a fine polish.
Pink calcite, with its naturally soothing color, has become popular in modern lapidary work for points, spheres, lamps, and heart-shaped carvings.
Symbolically, pink calcite is associated with:
Gentleness and emotional softening, inspired by its pale rosy tone
Compassionate presence, tied to its warm internal glow
Heart-centered symbolism, reinforced by its color and long-standing decorative use
Peaceful atmosphere, reflecting calcite’s naturally calming aesthetic
At 3.25 inches, this point is both compact and expressive. The polished faces highlight every layer of calcite’s banding, while the soft pink coloration creates a warm, inviting visual presence. Its gentle glow makes it a strong companion piece for rose quartz, mangano calcite, or selenite displays.
Calcite is softer than quartz. Handle with care, avoid scratches, and keep away from water-based cleaners. Clean gently with a dry or slightly damp soft cloth.
| Weight | 3 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | .75 × .75 × 3.25 in |
