{"product_id":"crowsfeet-calcite-specimen","title":"Crowsfeet Calcite - Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Santa Eulalia Mining District, Chihuahua, Mexico\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis one of a kind \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrowsfeet Calcite mineral specimen from Mexico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e features dark brown to nearly black calcite crystals with a sharp, bladed habit and naturally stepped, feathered growth patterns. The crystal clusters spread across the matrix in pointed fan-like formations, giving the piece the “crowsfeet” look this material is known for. Small white crystalline patches add contrast against the darker calcite, while the rough matrix keeps the specimen rugged and natural rather than overly polished or dressed up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcite is a calcium carbonate mineral and one of the most common and varied minerals in the world. It forms in a wide range of colours and crystal habits, from clear rhombohedrons to scalenohedral “dogtooth” crystals, massive forms, and unusual bladed growths like this specimen. Mexico has produced many well-known calcite specimens from classic mining districts, often associated with hydrothermal veins and ore deposits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe “crowsfeet” name refers to the pointed, branching crystal habit seen across the specimen. This material is generally collected as a display specimen rather than a lapidary stone, since calcite is relatively soft and can be scratched or damaged more easily than quartz. It should be handled with care and kept away from acids, harsh cleaners, and prolonged moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpiritually, Calcite is often associated with clarity, energy movement, cleansing, and emotional balance. Darker calcite specimens are sometimes connected with grounding and steady focus, while the sharp crystal form gives this piece a more protective, structured feel compared with softer pastel calcite varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChemical Composition\u003c\/b\u003e: CaCO₃\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":"Mexico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67552842743978,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/CrowsfeetCalcite-Mexico-1000-3.jpg?v=1790879913","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/zh-hant\/products\/crowsfeet-calcite-specimen","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}