Locality: Morocco

Description: Orange "selenite" spheres are cut from satin spar, the fibrous form of gypsum (calcium sulphate). Gypsum typically forms as mineral-rich water evaporates. In satin spar, the crystals grow as fine parallel fibres, which give the polished surface its silky band of light. The warm orange colour comes from natural iron oxide. Gypsum is very soft (2 on the Mohs scale) and dissolves slowly in water, so keep these spheres dry.

In Crystal Lore: In crystal lore, orange selenite is traditionally associated with warmth, creativity and self-esteem. The name selenite comes from Selene, the Greek goddess of the Moon, and some believe the stone carries a gentle, moonlit calm. It is linked with the sacral chakra and, in zodiac traditions, with Cancer and Taurus.

Chemical Composition: CaSO₄·2H₂O

4cm
Approximate Size for 1 piece: 4cm
Approximate Weight for 1 piece: 80g

6cm
Approximate Size for 1 piece: 6cm
Approximate Weight for 1 piece: 250g

Quantity: 1pc

We do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the "staff pick option", we will select the best of the batch for you. Otherwise, it will be at random from the larger batch we have in stock.