{"product_id":"honey-optical-calcite-maharashtra-india-45-grams","title":"Honey Optical Calcite – Maharashtra, India – 45 grams","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"391\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"118\"\u003eHoney Optical Calcite\u003c\/strong\u003e crystal from Maharashtra, India, displaying exceptional transparency, warm golden coloration, and classic rhombohedral cleavage. This freestanding crystal exhibits the remarkable optical properties that have made calcite one of the most recognizable minerals in the world.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eThe rich honey-gold color enhances the crystal's natural clarity, allowing light to pass through the specimen and beautifully illuminate its internal structure. Smooth cleavage faces catch and reflect light from every angle, while the transparent body showcases the distinctive optical characteristics that make optical calcite a favorite among collectors, educators, and mineral enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eWhether displayed under natural light or used to demonstrate calcite's famous double refraction, this specimen is both scientifically fascinating and visually striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1a3ueyz\" data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"994\"\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey Optical Calcite\u003cbr data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maharashtra, India\u003cbr data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 grams (0.10 lbs)\u003cbr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 × 1.5 × 0.6 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural specimen\u003cbr data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eExact specimen shown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"pk2g81\" data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eAbout the Mineral\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eCalcite (CaCO₃) is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth and is renowned for its perfect rhombohedral cleavage and strong birefringence (double refraction). Transparent varieties such as optical calcite split incoming light into two separate rays, producing the famous doubled image effect that has fascinated scientists and collectors for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eHoney-colored calcite develops its warm golden hue through trace mineral impurities incorporated during crystal growth while retaining the exceptional optical clarity characteristic of high-quality calcite crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1punl39\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003eTransparent Honey Optical Calcite is prized for its combination of beauty and scientific significance. Its brilliant transparency, warm golden color, and remarkable optical properties make it equally at home in a mineral cabinet, educational collection, or display case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eWhether admired for its crystal form, used to demonstrate birefringence, or appreciated simply for its natural beauty, this specimen is an excellent addition to any mineral collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003eProfessionally packaged and shipped from Colorado.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eYou will receive the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eexact specimen shown.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003eEvery order is backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Thank you for supporting our family-owned small business.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Serenity Soul Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49174013444346,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/2328\/8826\/files\/20260630_170543.jpg?v=1782860932","url":"https:\/\/serenitysoulstones.com\/products\/honey-optical-calcite-maharashtra-india-45-grams","provider":"Serenity Soul Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}