Complete Guide To Calcite Gemstone

Posted on August 25, 2018

A form of calcium carbonate, Calcite gemstone stone is a beautiful crystal which can be found in various parts of the world. It derives its name from the Latin term ‘calx’ and the Greek term ‘chalix’, meaning lime. When compared to other types of properties, the Calcite stone is pretty soft and delicate. As it is not highly durable, it isn’t a preferred choice of gemstone jewelry fans, even though many people love to adorn calcite gemstone in their earrings and pendants. Perhaps, this is the reason why calcite stone is generally classified as a ‘collector’s stone’.

Sources of Calcite Gemstone

As already mentioned, calcite gemstone is found in different parts of the world. Prominent locations of calcite deposits include Mexico, the USA, Iceland, Bohemia, Africa Slovakia, Romania, Iceland, Belgium, Germany, Great Britain, and the Czech Republic.

How to use Calcite gemstone?

There are many ways in which one can use the calcite gemstone. One can wear Calcite Crystal jewelry and enjoy the powerful energies that the stone carries. Calcite stone can also be used as a crystal that can be placed closer to the body to experience mental, emotional and physical well being.

Another way to make the most of this gorgeous crystal is to put it in a room. Doing this can help one to cleanse the energies that are present in the environment and remove any sort of negativity that is there. It is also beneficial in increasing the positive energy levels.

Calcite Stone Properties

Having the Chemical Formula of Ca [Co3], calcite stone has a trigonal crystal structure. It can be obtained in different colors like yellow, gold and orange. Colorless calcite stones are also quite popular in the world of gemstones.

calcite stone has a hardness of 3 on the Moh’s scale and, thus, doesn’t offer a long-term use. The density of a calcite stone ranges from 2.69 to 2.71, and its refractive index ranges from 1.486 to 1.658. It has a vitreous luster and a birefringence of 0.172.

When it comes to the mystical properties of the calcite stone, they are many.

In the matters of love, a calcite stone can help one learn how to love someone without any conditions and with all their heart and soul.

Many also believe that using a calcite stone can make one financially stable.

Calcite crystal can help one cleanse the aura around them and bring a real transformation in their life.

Those who find it difficult to accept feedback and criticism can wear calcite stone to change this habit. The excellent properties of calcite stone help one to balance their temperament and to accept criticism with ease. It also helps in warding off bad habits and behaviors.