Hubei Province, China

Gemmy Honey Calcite Crystal, Hubei, China

SKU · ne096
$34.55
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A single gemmy calcite from Hubei the colour of dark honey, bevelled along its edges and banded across the middle, with a small water-clear calcite group perched at the crest. 3.3 × 3.0 × 2.3 cm, 35 g.

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Specimen details

MineralCalcite
LocalityHubei Province, China
Crystal systemHexagonal
Chemical formulaCaCO₃
Dimensions3.3 cm × 3.0 cm × 2.3 cm
Weight35 g
ColorYellow
MaterialCalcite
ConditionNo damage on display faces

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About this specimen

Held up to a window this crystal turns the colour of dark honey poured thin. It is a single stout calcite of 3.3 cm, not a cluster: one broad glassy front face, edges cut back by narrow secondary faces, and a band across the middle where the amber deepens and a veil of internal frost drifts through. A small colourless calcite group has grown at the crest, water-clear against all that warmth.

Calcite, CaCO3, is the great shape-shifter of the mineral world, and the honey tone in Hubei material comes from iron taken into the growing lattice. It is also the classic demonstration of double refraction — look through a clear section at a fine line and it splits in two. All of which comes with a warning: Mohs 3, perfect rhombohedral cleavage in three directions, and a species that dulls on contact with acid. Dry cotton and a closed case.

Small and dense at 3.3 × 3.0 × 2.3 cm and 35 g, the crystal is shown on putty on a clear acrylic block. The crystal in these photographs is the crystal that will be packed for you.

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 Hubei Province

Hubei Province, China — malachite, azurite, calcite localities.

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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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Gemmy Honey Calcite Crystal, Hubei, China
Gemmy Honey Calcite Crystal, Hubei, China
$34.55