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Daye, Hubei, China
Deep Red Calcite Crystal on Amber Calcite, Daye, Hubei
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$260.00
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One large mahogany-red calcite crystal, matte with iron oxide and razor-edged, lying on a bed of pale amber calcite. A full cabinet piece from Daye, Hubei: 12.7 × 12.4 × 5.6 cm, 525 g.
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Specimen details
| Mineral | Calcite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Daye, Hubei, China |
| Crystal system | Hexagonal |
| Chemical formula | CaCO₃ |
| Dimensions | 12.7 cm × 12.4 cm × 5.6 cm |
| Weight | 525 g |
| Color | Red |
| Size | Cabinet (4–6 inches / 10–15 cm) |
| Species | Calcite |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
A single mahogany-red crystal lies across this Daye plate like a hull run aground — faces matte with iron oxide, edges drawn razor-straight, and one long keel ridge picking up a thin line of gold wherever the light rides along it. Beneath and around it a bed of pale amber calcite, peach at the tips and near-colourless in the throats, carries the weight.
Daye is iron and copper country, and that is where the colour comes from: fine iron oxide taken up during growth stains the large crystal to oxblood while the later, cleaner generation below stayed honey-pale. One big matte crystal on a bright druse is a composition that reads from across a room. Calcite (CaCO3) is only Mohs 3, cleaves perfectly in three directions, and etches on contact with anything acidic — including fingertips left on it too long.
At 12.7 × 12.4 × 5.6 cm and 525 g this is a true cabinet piece, not a thumbnail. It travels unmounted, and these pictures were taken of this plate alone.
About Calcite
Calcite is a carbonate mineral prized by collectors for its exceptional color range, with several world-class Chinese localities.
About Daye, Hubei
Daye, Hubei, China — historic source of malachite, azurite, and copper minerals.
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.
What collectors say
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I am very pleased with the rock specimen. It was just like described.
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The mineral I received was exactly as pictured. It's not flashy, but it's a QR code fluorite that I've always wanted, and it's very beautiful. I love it!🥰
fluorita muy hermosa de gran tamaño, vendedora muy atenta siempre en comunicacion, el envio llego antes de la fecha programada, empacado con mucho cuidado, gracias
Very fine Sheelite of high quality and weight. Lovely with rich orange color. Packaged well and beautiful with stand included. Thank you- wonderful seller - great shop!!! Hugely recommended.
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Lovely piece from a like seller with great communication. Indian quartz, a charming cluster. Very pleased
Reçu très rapidement. Très beaux cristaux.
Clear, in perfect condition, which ia rare by itself, and here also location makes it a real collection best tier item. Thank you 🥹
Another stunning mineral from Maggie. It has a CHARACTER which is not so often to get. I'm in love with every single piece from Maggie and this one is no exception.
It's FENOMENAL. I'm so happy I decided to buy it. Cristals are in perfecf shape, big... I'm speachless. I think it's absolutely one of my best specimens. Thank you!
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