Golden Optical Calcite | No. 2

A beautiful Golden Optical Calcite specimen with soft champagne-yellow colouring, remarkable natural geometry and delicate rainbow flashes hidden within its crystal structure.

This piece features translucent golden faces surrounding a fascinating angular centre, where the natural cleavage planes of Calcite create an almost window-like appearance. As the crystal is turned in the light, subtle flashes of pink, green, yellow and blue appear across its internal surfaces.

Optical Calcite is a variety of Calcite known for its remarkable transparency and optical properties. Its rhombohedral cleavage creates distinctive geometric formations, while its strong birefringence, or double refraction, can make objects viewed through clear sections appear doubled.

The internal fractures and reflective surfaces of this specimen create beautiful rainbow effects, making it particularly interesting to explore under different lighting conditions.

Traditional Crystal Associations

Golden Calcite is traditionally associated with confidence, motivation and personal empowerment.

Connected with the Solar Plexus Chakra, it is believed to encourage self-belief, positivity and the confidence to pursue new opportunities.

Its warm golden tones are also associated with abundance, creativity and personal growth, making it a popular choice for intention setting and crystal displays.

Product Details

• Crystal: Golden Optical Calcite
• Piece: No. 2
• Price: £17.00
• Formation: Natural rhombohedral cleavage
• Colour: Pale golden yellow and champagne
• Clarity: Translucent with transparent sections
• Features: Natural internal rainbow flashes, geometric crystal faces and visible cleavage planes
• Finish: Raw / Natural

You will receive the exact Golden Optical Calcite specimen pictured. Natural fractures, cleavage lines and surface variations are part of the mineral's character.

Care: Calcite measures 3 on the Mohs hardness scale and should be handled gently. Keep dry and avoid acidic cleaners, salt water and abrasive surfaces.