{"product_id":"calcite-specimen-3","title":"Calcite - Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Dundas Quarry, West Flamborough Township, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eThis one of a kind calcite specimen from Dundas Quarry, Ontario has a bold, heavy look with large blocky crystals dominating the piece. In the photos, the crystals are smoky gray to translucent with a dark surface coating that gives them a steel-toned appearance, while the surrounding calcite ranges from milky white to faint blush pink. The contrast between the larger, sharply formed crystals and the lighter surrounding material gives the specimen strong visual weight and a more serious, collector-grade look than a simple pale calcite cluster. It feels rugged, crowded, and architectural from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eDundas Quarry is one of Ontario’s better-known mineral localities, and calcite from there is well documented from the quarry system, especially the North Quarry. Mindat records calcite there in a range of habits, including twinned crystals and clustered growth on matrix, which fits the general character of this specimen. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Based on the photos, this piece stands out for its larger crystal size, darker coated surfaces, and the way the crystals rise from a rough quarry matrix rather than sitting as a clean detached cluster. It has the kind of natural imbalance and mass that makes a one-off cabinet specimen interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003eIn metaphysical traditions, calcite is often associated with clarity, momentum, and clearing heavy mental energy. A darker, more grounded-looking piece like this is often chosen by people who want those qualities with a stronger sense of stability and focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ontario, Canada","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48185810452650,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/Calcite-Dundas_Ontario-1250-2.jpg?v=1775675582","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/zh-hant\/products\/calcite-specimen-3","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}