Mineral Specimens - Calcite (Approx. 32 Pieces per Tray)

This calcite mineral specimen tray contains natural calcite formations in assorted crystal shapes and colours. Each piece varies in size, clarity, and structure, showcasing the wide natural diversity of calcite minerals.

Product Specifications & Documentation:
Net Weight: 4000g/Tray
Shipping Weight: 4000g
Approx. Quantity: 32 pieces

Materials/Ingredients:
Mineral (Calcite)

Key Features:

• Natural calcite mineral specimens
• Assorted crystal colours and formations
• Each piece unique in structure and appearance
• Suitable for display or collection use
• Tray-packed bulk mineral set

Historical & Geological Background:
Calcite is a widespread carbonate mineral (CaCO₃) found in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous environments. It is one of the most abundant minerals in the Earth’s crust and is a major component of limestone and marble.

Calcite forms in a wide variety of crystal habits and colours due to trace element substitutions during its formation, including iron, manganese, and magnesium. Its well-known property of double refraction (birefringence) has made it important in optical studies.

Throughout history, calcite has been used in construction materials, decorative stonework, and scientific applications, and remains one of the most studied minerals in geology due to its abundance and variability.