Mined from: Kaiwu Mine, Hezhang County, Bijie, Guizhou Province, China

Description: This one of a kind Calcite on Siderite mineral specimen from China features a low, plate-like formation covered in olive-brown to golden-brown Siderite crystals, with a strong bladed and stacked crystal habit across the display face. The piece has a natural pocket-like shape, with glassy to lightly metallic-looking brown crystals lining the surface and contrasting white calcite clusters scattered through the center and along one side. The earthy tan matrix on the back gives it a stable base, while the mix of brown Siderite, white mineral growth, and small darker accents gives the specimen good contrast without looking overdone.

Siderite is an iron carbonate mineral, known for its brown, tan, yellowish, gray, and sometimes reddish coloration. Its name comes from the Greek word sideros, meaning iron, due to its iron-rich composition. Siderite has been an important iron ore mineral in many parts of the world and is commonly found in hydrothermal veins, sedimentary deposits, and carbonate-rich environments. China has produced a wide range of collectible Siderite specimens, often associated with quartz, calcite, fluorite, pyrite, or other minerals depending on the deposit.

Spiritually, Siderite is often associated with grounding, steady focus, persistence, and practical strength. Many collectors and crystal users connect its iron content and earthy brown coloration with stability, patience, and staying centered during long-term work or difficult projects. It is often viewed as a stone for slow, steady progress rather than quick change.

Quantity: 1pc
With this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph.