Colour
The colour of calcite varies considerably, but includes white, yellow, orange, pink, red, blue, green, brown, grey
and black.
Countries
found in USA,
Germany, Brazil,
UK, India,
Iceland, Africa
The
name calcite comes from the Greek word chalx, which means lime. Some calcite crystals take on an iridescent quality and calcite
can be transparent, translucent or opaque. The colourless crystals, in particular, tend to have a vitreous lustre, whereas
others can be quite dull in comparison.
Other
than quartz, calcite is one of the most widely found crystals in the world. It's got a long history, and was even used on
the throne in the Tomb of Tutankhamun. One of the rarest forms of calcite is Kutnohorite (calcium manganese carbonate). It's
pearly pink in shade, similar to rose quartz, but it's opaque and very delicate.
Metaphysical
Properties
As a
whole, the energy of calcite is healing and clearing and as such can be used a tool for work with clearing. In particular,
it's useful for chakra work, as it can help aid the chakra clearing process and open up the energy centres. It's often referred
as being a powerful energy amplifier and can be used using astral travel, channelling and meditation.
Individual
shades of calcite also have additional properties:
White
calcite - The energy stimulates feelings of peace and love, for the whole universe, plus it gives a sense of protectiveness.
Pink
calcite - Promotes peace and harmony with yourself and the whole world.
Orange
calcite - Promotes happiness and safety.
Yellow
or brown calcite - Has an energy of wisdom.
Red
calcite - Energising, protecting and banishes negativity.
Blue
calcite - Promotes balance, has a healing energy.
Green
calcite - Useful for work with your higher consciousness, accessing wisdom and psychic abilities.
Grey
calcite - Promotes an air of calmness and serenity, along with detachment from problems
Black
calcite - Grounding and stabilising.
