Hubei Province, China

Peach and White Calcite on Pitted Matrix, Hubei, China

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Two calcite generations on one piece of pitted Hubei matrix: a peach-pink field of sharp scalenohedra with a single honey-clear crystal standing above it, and a white sugary druse of micro-crystals alongside. Listed as UV-reactive. 7.6 × 5.6 × 5.8 cm, 185 g.

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Specimen details

MineralCalcite
LocalityHubei Province, China
Crystal systemHexagonal
Chemical formulaCaCO₃
Dimensions7.6 cm × 5.6 cm × 5.8 cm
Weight185 g
ColorMulticolor
SizeSmall Cabinet (2–4 inches / 5–10 cm)
SpeciesCalcite
ConditionNo damage on display faces

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About this specimen

Two generations of calcite meet along a ridge of pitted brown rock. On one side a peach-pink field of sharp scalenohedra stands packed like the teeth of a comb, with a single larger crystal — honey-clear, water-bright — rising a couple of centimetres out of the crowd. On the other, a white sugary druse of far smaller crystals frosts the matrix, and between the two the host rock shows open cavities and dark green-black specks.

Calcite, CaCO3, is trigonal, Mohs 3, and cleaves into rhombs in three directions, so this is a shelf piece rather than a handling piece. Keep it away from vinegar, acids and household cleaners, any of which will etch a crystal face dull in seconds. It is offered here as UV-reactive; calcite is among the more dependable minerals under a lamp, though brightness varies from pocket to pocket.

7.6 × 5.6 × 5.8 cm, 185 g, no stand. Fingers in the frame set the scale, and the piece between them is the piece that will be wrapped.

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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Peach and White Calcite on Pitted Matrix, Hubei, China
Peach and White Calcite on Pitted Matrix, Hubei, China
$68.00