Polished Blue Aragonite (Caribbean Calcite) tower with oceanic banding, warm aragonite patterns, and dramatic natural cavities (Pakistan)
Quick Highlights
- Size/Dimensions: 116 × 36 × 36 mm (4.57 × 1.42 × 1.42 in)
- Weight: 290 g (0.64 lb)
- Source/Origin: Pakistan
- Key Features: Aqua-blue aragonite zones with tan banding, bold vugs and cavities, slim and stable display footprint
Product Description
Introduction
Compact and intensely textural, this 290 g tower captures the coastal beauty of Pakistan’s 2019 discovery, often called Caribbean Calcite. Its ocean-blue tones, dominated by aragonite, swirl against sandy beige seams with dramatic cavities that reveal its natural history. Substantial yet easy to place, it’s ideal for shelves, desks, or meditation spaces.
The cut emphasizes vertical banding while preserving authentic voids, creating a tower that is both geologically honest and visually engaging.
Geological Details
Though marketed as Caribbean Calcite, testing shows the blue zones are aragonite-rich, intergrown with tan and beige aragonite layers. Both minerals share the formula CaCO3 but differ structurally: calcite crystallizes in the trigonal system, while aragonite belongs to the orthorhombic system. Their interlayering produces the flowing aqua-and-beige banding.
The cavities (vugs) are natural, formed by fluid pathways and selective dissolution rather than damage. Since the material is sourced only from Pakistan and has been on the market since 2019, specimens that balance polish with natural cavity exposure are increasingly collectible.
Aesthetic Appeal
Rolling aqua tones framed by tan “shorelines” create an oceanic aesthetic. Deep cavities add depth and shadow, shifting character under different lighting. With a 36 mm footprint, this tower stands tall yet elegant, offering strong vertical presence without taking up much space.
Metaphysical Properties
Blue Aragonite is known for soothing emotional energy, supporting calm communication, and encouraging inner peace. Its beige aragonite counterpart adds grounding and balance. Together, they create a gentle but stabilizing presence, often chosen for meditation, relaxation, and spiritual clarity.
Rarity
Sourced exclusively from Pakistan and introduced to the market in 2019, this mineral remains rare. Towers that showcase both strong banding and dramatic natural cavities are selectively cut, making them less common in the market.
Why You Will Love This
Oceanic colors, striking natural textures, and a compact size make this tower a versatile specimen. It embodies both collector value and decorative appeal, while offering a calming presence for personal spaces.
Specifications
- Exact Dimensions: 116 × 36 × 36 mm (4.57 × 1.42 × 1.42 in)
- Weight: 290 g (0.64 lb)
- Finish: Polished with preserved natural cavities/vugs
- Unique Features: Blue aragonite-rich zones, bold cavities, slim and stable base
Collector’s Note
Commonly marketed as Caribbean Calcite, this material is more accurately identified as blue aragonite intergrown with aragonite banding. Its young market history, single-source locality, and dramatic natural cavities increase its collector appeal. Handle carefully, as cavity rims can be delicate.
Display Recommendations
- Use warm, directional light to highlight banding and cavity depth.
- Pair with natural wood or matte-white risers for a gallery-style presentation.
- Dust gently with a soft brush to preserve delicate textures.
