Aqua-blue calcite intergrown with aragonite — polished tower with 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: Ocean-blue banding, tan aragonite zones, bold vugs and surface cavities, slim display footprint
Product Description
Introduction
Compact and intensely textural, this Caribbean Calcite tower delivers that “shoreline” palette—lagoon blues swirling around sandy beige seams—with dramatic open cavities that reveal the stone’s growth history. At 290 g, it has enough heft to feel substantial while staying easy to place on a small shelf, altar, or desk.
The cut emphasizes vertical banding and preserves authentic voids for a premium, natural look. Expect a tactile surface with pockets and channels—geologically honest and visually engaging.
Geological Details
“Caribbean Calcite” is a trade name for an intergrowth of calcite and its polymorph aragonite (both CaCO3, carbonate class). Calcite crystallizes in the trigonal system; aragonite in the orthorhombic. Their alternating deposition creates the signature blue-and-beige banding. The abundant vugs are primary features formed by fluid pathways and selective dissolution, not damage.
Pakistani occurrences entered the market recently and remain geographically limited. Pieces that balance clean polish with honest cavity exposure—like this tower—stand out for collectors.
Aesthetic Appeal
The face shows rolling aqua tones framed by tan aragonite “shorelines.” Deep cavities add shadow and depth, changing character with lighting and angle. The slender 36 mm footprint makes it an elegant vertical accent in any arrangement.
Metaphysical Properties
Favored for calm and clarity, calcite is said to clear mental static and gently amplify intention; aragonite is associated with grounding and emotional balance. Together they’re chosen for mindfulness, breathwork, and soothing bedroom or workspace energy.
Rarity
With supply limited to Pakistan and demand trending up, well-banded towers that also showcase attractive natural vugs are increasingly selective pulls. This piece offers that “collector texture” in a manageable size.
Why You Will Love This
Oceanic color, authentic geologic texture, and a compact, display-friendly cut—this tower reads premium without the premium footprint. A versatile pick for both mineral cabinets and décor-forward spaces.
Specifications
- Exact Dimensions: 116 × 36 × 36 mm (4.57 × 1.42 × 1.42 in)
- Weight: 290 g (0.64 lb)
- Finish: Polished tower with intentionally preserved natural cavities/vugs
- Unique Features: Strong banding contrast; multiple window-like cavities; slim, stable base
Collector’s Note
Caribbean Calcite is a newer Pakistani carbonate material with cross-over appeal (collector, décor, metaphysical). Towers that retain dramatic voids while staying structurally sound are less common—inspect surfaces periodically and display away from edges to protect delicate rims.
Display Recommendations
- Use warm, directional light to accentuate cavity depth and band contrast.
- Pairs nicely with natural wood or matte-white risers for a gallery look.
- Avoid prolonged direct sun and harsh cleaners; dust with a soft brush around cavities.
