Columnar Calcite from Xia Yang Mine, Fujian, China - 5.1 x 4.0 x 1.6 cm

5.1 x 4.0 x 1.6 cm

0.28lb

Columnar Calcite from the Xia Yang Mine in Fujian, China, is distinguished by elongated crystal formations that give these specimens their characteristic appearance. Calcite is a calcium carbonate mineral known for its diverse crystal habits, excellent cleavage, and wide occurrence in mineral deposits around the world. Specimens from this locality offer collectors an appealing example of naturally formed Chinese calcite, with individual variations in crystal size, arrangement, clarity, and coloration..