Stalactites grow drip by drip from cave ceilings, and this large calcite piece shows that slow work as a full cluster formation on a cut base.
It is a big, two handed piece, as the photos make clear, with a flat cut base that lets it sit upright on a console, a bookcase or an office credenza. The natural calcite formation covers the top, so the texture changes as you walk around it. It suits someone who wants a genuine cave formation rather than a polished shape, and it gives a mineral shelf a different look from the usual quartz and amethyst.
About Calcite Stalactites
Stalactites form as mineral rich water drips from a cave ceiling, leaving calcite behind layer after layer when dissolved carbon dioxide escapes. Most cave formations are calcium carbonate, and they grow very slowly. Calcite itself is soft, 3 on the Mohs scale, and fizzes in acid.
Stone Meaning: Calcite is traditionally associated with renewal and clarity.
Additional Details
- You receive the exact calcite stalactite shown.
- Weight about 3.63 kg (8 lb).
- Natural calcite stalactite formation on a cut base.
- Calcite is soft; dust with a soft brush and keep away from acidic cleaners.
- Heavy; lift with two hands from the base, not by the crystal edges.
Shipping and Returns
- Carefully packed in reinforced packaging made to protect fragile crystals and minerals in transit.
- We have shipped delicate stones for years, and every order is packed with that experience.
- Covered by our 30-day return policy.
Disclaimer: Please consult a healthcare professional for any medical advice. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition.
