Description
Description: This mangano calcite bead bracelet from Pakistan showcases the soft, ethereal glow of a mineral known for its delicate pink hue and gentle, soothing presence. Mangano calcite is a manganese-rich variety of calcite (CaCO₃ with Mn²⁺) that often forms in low-temperature hydrothermal environments. The pale pink color is due to the manganese content, which can fluoresce a vivid hot pink under UV light—one of its most striking and beloved features. In bead form, especially when polished into smooth rounds, mangano calcite exudes a creamy luster with subtle banding or cloud-like translucency that reflects the slow crystallization process of mineral-laden waters deep within Pakistan’s mountainous terrain.
Though mangano calcite has been found in several countries, Pakistani deposits have gained attention in recent years for their quality and the stone's calming pastel tones. Calcite itself has long been used in carvings and ornamental objects, but the mangano variety—with its distinct pink and glowing properties—has emerged as a favorite for both collectors and energy workers. Pakistani lapidarists have honed the skill of turning this relatively soft mineral into durable, polished beads, allowing its natural beauty to be worn while still honoring its fragile, reactive nature.
Metaphysically, mangano calcite is often associated with emotional healing, self-love, and compassionate energy. It's believed to resonate with the heart chakra, encouraging forgiveness and releasing emotional trauma. Many use it during meditation or therapy practices to create a calm, nurturing environment, especially when working through grief or anxiety. As a bracelet, it offers both a gentle energetic frequency and a soft visual reminder to treat oneself—and others—with patience and kindness.
Country of Manufacture: Pakistan
Stone Mined from: Helmand, Pakistan/Afghanistan Border
Stone Type: Mangano Calcite
Approximate size of 1 piece: 75mm x 75mm x 14mm
Approximate weight of 1 piece: 65g
Quantity: 1pc
We do our best to buy quality products- although not every piece of jewelry 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.
