Natural Sunset Orange Calcite Specimens x 12 From Spitzkop, Namibia

A NOTE FROM NICK
12 x Rhombohedral Natural Sunset Orange Fluorescent Specimens. 12 of these beauties. We found and mined a very small pocket of this near Spitzkop in Namibia. Nice colour, but even deeper BRIGHT Orange under UV light.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

New Sunset Orange Calcite from Namibia!

introducing the newly discovered Sunset Orange Calcite, a stunning addition to mineral collections! This captivating form of calcium carbonate exhibits a distinctive and intense rich orange hue that truly stands out. Calcite is renowned for its widespread occurrence and diverse color range, forming in Rhombohedral crystalline structures typically found in sedimentary rocks such as limestone and marble. Many specimens feature minor inclusions of Biotite Mica or Black Tourmaline schorl, enhancing their geological interest and uniqueness. Calcite is relatively soft and can be scratched easily, making it accessible for various applications and displays.

PRODUCT MINERALS 
Calcium

PRODUCT FEATURES
Trigonal, Rhombohedral, Fluorescent 

PRODUCT COLOUR 
Orange

MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
3

PRODUCT DATA
Locality = Spitzkop, Namibia
Grade = Very Good to A Grade
Size = 65 - 142 mm