Natural optical calcite – Clear birefringent crystal in a...

This exceptionally clear free-form piece of optical calcite fascinates with its striking transparency and the fine, shimmering structures inside. The precisely cut, columnar shape reinforces the mineral’s natural light refraction and makes the interior appear like floating feathers and delicate ice veins. Especially impressive is the clearly visible double refraction – a characteristic feature of high-quality calcite that, when looked through the crystal, creates magical optical depth. The gentle sheen of the polished faces, combined with the slightly iridescent inclusions, gives this piece a calm, almost ethereal aura and makes it both decorative and mineralogically appealing. Optical calcite is traditionally associated with clarity and focus. It is said to help organize thoughts, find inner calm, and foster clear perception – a harmonious complement to its optical purity. Stone: A++ High Quality Optical Calcite Crystal Weight: 389.57 g Size: 70x53x52mm Treatment: None Origin: Brazil Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki. We have an external shipping company that performs the final inspection, collection, packaging and shipping; thus these shipping costs arise. The buyer bears all possible import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.. See also our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs save.. In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone. In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces.

Estimación:€350

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