{"product_id":"calcite-on-clear-selenite-yunnan","title":"Calcite on Clear Selenite - Yunnan","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eCalcite on Clear Selenite specimen from Yunnan, China\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring dramatically elongated, transparent Selenite crystals crossed by a striking band of warm golden-brown Calcite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an incredible architectural specimen. The Selenite forms as exceptionally long, blade-like crystals, with the largest crystal extending vertically through almost the entire piece. Its beautifully transparent to icy-white body reveals natural internal growth lines, cleavage features and subtle inclusions, while smaller Selenite crystals branch alongside it to create an impressive multi-dimensional formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the centre sits a contrasting cluster of \u003cstrong\u003egolden to honey-brown Calcite crystals\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Calcite forms numerous pointed, geometric crystals in varying sizes, creating a dense mineralised band that appears to wrap naturally around the Selenite. Areas of tiny colourless crystals add further sparkle between the larger formations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast is spectacular: glassy, almost colourless Selenite against earthy golden Calcite, with two completely different crystal habits occurring together in a single natural specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e170.0 × 48.5mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is an exceptionally tall and dramatic collector specimen. Its unusual proportions make it particularly striking, with the slender Selenite creating height while the Calcite formation adds texture and visual weight through the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Calcite on Selenite\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelenite is the transparent to translucent crystalline variety of \u003cstrong\u003eGypsum\u003c\/strong\u003e, a calcium sulphate mineral known for forming beautifully elongated, tabular and bladed crystals. Particularly clear specimens can have an almost glass-like appearance while still displaying the characteristic layered structure of Gypsum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcite is a calcium carbonate mineral and one of the most diverse minerals in the collector world. It can form in an enormous variety of crystal habits and colours depending upon the conditions and mineral inclusions present during formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Calcite crystallises directly alongside or upon Selenite, the result can be particularly impressive. The contrasting mineral structures allow sharp or pointed Calcite crystals to interrupt the long, linear growth of the Selenite, producing highly sculptural specimens such as this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen originates from \u003cstrong\u003eYunnan, China\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAssociated Intention\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocus \u0026amp; Mental Clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear Selenite is commonly associated in crystal traditions with clarity, cleansing and creating a clear, focused state of mind, while Calcite is often associated with renewed energy and mental movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAssociated Chakra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrown Chakra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear Selenite is traditionally strongly associated with the \u003cstrong\u003eCrown Chakra\u003c\/strong\u003e, linked with clarity, higher awareness and spiritual connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Selenite \u0026amp; Calcite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Mineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selenite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Mineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcite\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yunnan, China\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e170.0 × 48.5mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Harpo's Angels","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58548653228367,"sku":null,"price":247.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1028\/1238\/5615\/files\/download_b290f1aa-4c02-4060-a756-f696b2e9df71.png?v=1787506885","url":"https:\/\/harposangels.co.uk\/products\/calcite-on-clear-selenite-yunnan","provider":"Harpo's Angels","version":"1.0","type":"link"}