Orange Calcite Crystal Tower Large 22.1cm

Large Orange Calcite Crystals For Sale From Mexico

This gorgeous Large Orange Calcite Crystal Tower (also known as a Large Orange Calcite Tower or Large Orange Calcite Obelisk) measuring a magnificent 22.1cm tall displays a displays a marvellous mix of vivid and vibrant bright orange hues and striking white Banded Calcite patterns. 

The Polished Orange Calcite Stone has been carefully cut into a smooth, large crystal tower shape (large crystal obelisk shape) with a free-standing square base, four polished faces, and sharp pointed tip. 

Please note: this piece displays some small natural pits on its otherwise smooth, polished surface.

Where Does Orange Calcite Come From?

Our Orange Calcite Crystals, including this piece, are crystals from Mexico, a country renowned for its high-quality Orange Calcite specimens. 

What Type Of Crystal Is Orange Calcite?

Orange Calcite is an orange-coloured type of Calcite mineral.

Calcite is one of the most common minerals on earth, but orange is one of the most striking colours to find it in.

What Is Calcite Made Of?

The Calcite family of minerals is a group of Carbonate Minerals primarily made of Calcium Carbonate. 

Calcite In Rocks

Calcite minerals are an important part of the Earth's Crust, and are commonly found in the rock composition of Sedimentary Rocks such as Limestone, and can also be found in some Metamorphic Rocks such as Metamorphic Marble (Limestone which has been transformed into Marble via heat and pressure), as well as occasionally in some Igneous Rocks. 

Yellow Calcite is part of the mineral composition of the sedimentary rock Yellow Septarian, and Black Calcite is part of the mineral composition of Black Septarian. 

Calcite In Fossils And Shells

Calcite minerals also often form a large part of the shells of marine organisms, for example the shells of bi-valves such as oysters. 

Calcite mineral replacements are commonly responsible for the stunning colours, patterns, and crystals in fossils such as Ammonite Fossils. 

Other Types Of Calcite And Calcite Colours

Calcite is a very diverse mineral that comes in many forms and colours, including:

• Optical Calcite, otherwise known as Iceland Spar, is a clear transparent gem which displays magnificent rainbows when exposed to light, much like Clear Quartz

 

• Optical Honey Calcite, also known as Golden Calcite or Amber Calcite, is a golden-coloured type of Optical Calcite (Iceland Spar) which showcases a rich golden honey hue with brilliant transparency: Honey Calcite is a great companion crystal for Orange Calcite because of their similar colours

 

• Blue Calcite is a baby-blue coloured Calcite variety with a gentle, calming colour and energy, and is a great crystal to use in combination with Orange Calcite due to the contrast in energy between peaceful Blue Calcite and invigorating Orange Calcite

 

• Caribbean Calcite is a unique form of Blue Calcite with Brown Aragonite found only in Pakistan, and its ocean-like colours are highly complementary to the sunny hues of Orange Calcite

 

• Mangano Calcite, otherwise known as Pink Calcite, is distinguished from other forms of this mineral by its baby pink colouring and white banded patterns

Orange Calcite History

The name "Calcite" is derived from the Latin word "Calx", which means "Lime" (in reference to Calcite being an important mineral in the rock composition of Limestone. 

Calcite Geological History

Calcite is an important mineral and has been for many hundreds of millions of years, making it an integral part of Earth's History. 

Hundreds of millions of years ago, especially during the middle to late Mesozoic Era (a geological time frame that includes the Jurassic Period and Cretaceous Period), the seas and oceans were rich in Calcite, and hence are referred to as "Calcite Seas" by geologists. 

In modern times, our seas are instead rich in Aragonite, and hence are referred to as "Aragonite Seas". 

Calcite Mineral Replacements In Fossils

Many stunning fossils that are still being discovered today, particularly Ammonite Fossils, were formed in these Calcite Seas, and thus display gorgeously colourful Calcite Mineral Replacements in their outer fossilised Ammonite shells and internal Ammonite chambers.

Calcite In Ancient Egypt: Calcite Alabaster Pottery, Carvings & Sculptures

Calcite has not only been important geologically throughout Earth's History, but it has also been found in the archaeological discoveries of Calcite Alabaster artefacts from ancient civilisations such as Ancient Egypt. 

The soft calcium-rich rock/mineral Alabaster, made from Calcite or Gypsum, has been used to make Alabaster pottery, sculptures, and carvings since ancient times. 

Alabaster has two key varieties; that of Gypsum Alabaster, a softer material used primarily in the sculpture work of Medieval Europe, and that of Calcite Alabaster, a harder material used in the pottery, sculptures, and carvings of Ancient Eastern Civilisations such as Ancient Egypt and Ancient Mesopotamia. 

Ancient Alabaster was usually Calcite Alabaster, and it is thought that the name "Alabaster" is derived from the Ancient Egyptian term "A-labaste", which refers to "vessels of the goddess Bast". 

Calcite Alabaster had great spiritual meaning for the Ancient Egyptians, and the carvings and decorative ornaments they made from Calcite Alabaster often included representations of the Ancient Egyptian Goddess Bast (for which Alabaster was likely named), whose image was often depicted as a protective lioness goddess in Calcite Alabaster sculptures and carvings. 

Calcite Alabaster was used by the Ancient Egyptians to sculpt and carve many different ornaments, including cosmetic jars and vases (for example, a Calcite Alabaster Jar adorned with the sculpted figure of the Goddess Bast was found in the Tomb of Tutankhamun), as well as more religious, sacred artefacts such as Canopic Jars. 

The Ancient Egyptians invented a popular Alabaster pottery tradition, that of making "Alabastra" (small bottles and vases carved from Calcite Alabaster, usually used to hold perfume or oils), and this tradition passed onto Ancient Classical Civilisations such as Ancient Greece. 

Orange Calcite Crystal Healing Properties

All Calcites are said to amplify positive energies and cleanse negative energies, and to have potent crystal healing powers.

Orange Calcite in particular is considered to be a spiritually powerful Crystal Healing Stone, and purports to have a rejuvenating, reinvigorating aura: the joyful, vibrant energy of Orange Calcite gifts a sense of pleasure, passion, and joy to its user. 

Orange Calcite is the perfect crystal for those who need a burst of happiness, creativity, or motivation.

Orange Calcite is truly a stone of vitality, and for this reason, Orange Calcite may be an ideal crystal for low mood, and a great crystal for tiredness and low energy.

Orange Calcite is used by many crystal healers as a Healing Crystal in crystal therapies to help people who are struggling with creative blocks, lack of energy, and lack of motivation. 

Orange Calcite Chakras

Orange Calcite Crystals, as orange crystals, resonate powerfully with the lower chakras, especially the Sacral Chakra and the Solar Plexus Chakra, the chakras of pleasure, energy, and creativity. 

Orange Calcite: Sacral Chakra Stone

When Orange Calcite is used as a Sacral Chakra Crystal, this orange gemstone is believed to be incredibly energising, evoking a physical sense of passion, pleasure, and creativity.

Sacral Chakra Stones such as Orange Calcite Crystals are highly motivating and associated with carnal pleasures, sexuality, joy, and desire. 

Carnelian Crystals (Cornelian Crystals), Sunstone Crystals, Tigers Eye Crystals, Citrine Crystals, and Sardonyx Banded Agate Crystals are great examples of other powerful Sacral Chakra Crystals you can use with Orange Calcite to enhance your connection to the Sacral Chakra. 

Use a Carnelian Crystal with another Sacral Chakra Crystal to enhance the potency of feelings of joy, willpower, and passion, or to give your creativity a big boost if you're feeling lacking in inspiration and creative spirit. 

Orange Calcite: Solar Plexus Chakra Stone

When Orange Calcite is used as a Solar Plexus Chakra Crystal, this highly spiritual crystal is said to exude a sunny, joyful energy which energises and lifts one's mood. 

When used as a Solar Plexus Chakra Stone, an Orange Calcite Stone can boost motivation, will-power, and self-confidence. 

Combine an Orange Calcite Crystal with another Solar Plexus Chakra Crystal such as a Citrine Crystal, Yellow Quartz Crystal (Golden Healer Quartz Crystal), or Sunstone Crystal to infuse yourself with the summery energy of sunshine, happiness, and confidence. 

How To Use Orange Calcite

• Place a piece of Orange Calcite under your pillow at night to help you sleep peacefully, have pleasant dreams, and wake up refreshed

 

• Display an Orange Calcite Crystal in your workplace, for example on your desk, to help motivate and focus yourself at work

 

• Hold an Orange Calcite Stone in your hand and meditate with it to access feelings of joy and pleasure. 

 

• Place an Orange Calcite Crystal over your Sacral Chakra and/or your Solar Plexus Chakra and meditate with it to enhance your passion, creativity, and imagination

How Hard Is Orange Calcite? 

Orange Calcite measures 3 on the Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness, which means that this soft mineral is fragile and delicate. 

Orange Calcite Crystal Care

Great care should be taken not to damage the delicate crystal surface of Orange Calcite by handling the stone gently and keeping it away from other stones. 

To clean your delicate Orange Calcite Crystal, it is best to use a soft cloth to wipe the stone, with no water or as little water as possible. 

It is best to avoid soaking Orange Calcite in water because of the risk of water damage, but if you do, minimise the risk of damage by only submerging the stone in water for a short period of time and avoiding using salt water. 

Orange Calcite Crystal Collections

This gorgeous Large Orange Calcite Tower is ideal for the crystal collector or crystal healer, and makes a great crystal gift for loved ones. 

Crystal Towers (Crystal Obelisks) are wonderful as Crystal Display Pieces and make for unique home decor/ furnishings. 

An Orange Calcite Crystal should take pride of place alongside other gorgeous orange crystals and orange gemstones such as Carnelian, Sunstone, and Tiger's Eye. 

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Product Reference Number: 16625