Anhui Province, China

Brown Calcite Crystal – Prismatic Form – Anhui Province, China

SKU · 1149
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A single blocky calcite crystal from Anhui, smoky grey-brown with cloudy white interiors and fine rust-red threads, its top edges bevelled and glass-bright. 5.6 × 4.1 × 4.8 cm, 184 g.

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Specimen details

MineralCalcite
LocalityAnhui Province, China
Crystal systemHexagonal
Chemical formulaCaCO₃
Dimensions5.6 cm × 4.1 cm × 4.8 cm
Weight184 g
ColorPink
SizeSmall Cabinet (2–4 inches / 5–10 cm)
SpeciesCalcite
ConditionNo damage on display faces

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About this specimen

Held to the light this calcite turns smoky — one blocky crystal, greyish brown, shot through with cloudy white patches and fine rust-red threads that seem suspended in mid-stone. The bevelled top edges run glass-bright in long straight lines while the interior stays soft and diffuse, so the piece reads as solid and hazy at once.

Anhui yields calcite in heavy geometric single crystals like this one rather than in delicate sprays. The flashes inside are not fractures but cleavage: calcium carbonate, CaCO3, parts perfectly in three directions, and incipient planes within the crystal act as small internal mirrors. At Mohs 3 it can be marked by a copper coin, and it etches on contact with acid — keep vinegar, descalers and household cleaners well away from it.

A substantial little thing at 5.6 × 4.1 × 4.8 cm and 184 g, noticeably heavy for its size. No stand is included; the crystal sits stably on its own flat base. These images were taken of the specimen you will receive.

About Calcite

Calcite is a carbonate mineral prized by collectors for its exceptional color range, with several world-class Chinese localities.

Learn more about Calcite in our encyclopedia

About Anhui Province

Anhui Province, eastern China — producer of golden fluorite clusters and prismatic brown calcite.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the exact specimen shown?

Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.

Is this Calcite natural?

Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.

How is it packed and shipped?

Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals. A display base is included.

Can I return it?

Yes — there is a 14-day return window.

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Brown Calcite Crystal – Prismatic Form – Anhui Province, China
Brown Calcite Crystal – Prismatic Form – Anhui Province, China
$95.00$85.50