{"product_id":"half-polish-blue-aragonite-freeform-l","title":"Half polish Blue Aragonite Freeform - L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Aragonite Freeform — Pakistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA half-polished, half-raw aragonite freeform from Pakistan that stands on its own without a separate base or stand. The contrast between the two surfaces is the defining feature of these pieces — the polished face brings out the blue tones and natural banding cleanly, while the raw side shows the unworked crystal surface exactly as it formed. That combination in a single piece gives you both the refined and the geological in the same stone. Blue aragonite from Pakistan is not the most commonly encountered colour for the species, and the freeform shape means each piece has its own silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStone Facts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAragonite is a carbonate mineral (CaCO₃) that shares the same chemical composition as calcite but forms with an orthorhombic crystal structure — this structural difference gives aragonite its distinct crystal habit and slightly higher density\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blue colouration comes from trace copper content within the crystal lattice — copper-bearing aragonite is less commonly encountered than the white, cream, or orange varieties more typical of the species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePakistan is a well-regarded source of quality aragonite across several colour varieties, with notable deposits in the Punjab and Balochistan regions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAragonite sits at Mohs 3.5–4 — handle with reasonable care and avoid contact with harder stones to preserve the polished surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Folklore Properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAragonite is traditionally associated with grounding, patience, and emotional steadiness — often used during periods of stress or overwhelm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue tones bring a calming, throat-chakra quality — clear communication, emotional honesty, and a quiet, centred energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural blue aragonite, freeform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Pakistan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHalf polished, half raw — contrast finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreestanding — no stand required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneric listing shared across multiple pieces — weights vary by individual listing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf or desk display piece — the contrast finish makes these interesting from multiple angles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroat chakra work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrounding or stress relief practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA natural, considered gift for someone drawn to raw and polished combined pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColours may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural crystals may have inclusions and surface variation inherent to raw material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease allow 1–3mm difference due to manual measurement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotos taken to best represent true colours; may vary slightly in natural light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuestions? Send us a message — we'll get back to you as soon as possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Glade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59969913356672,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0636\/7616\/files\/189EE776-2036-4617-ADEC-E3ABA9A8068A.jpg?v=1790345575","url":"https:\/\/crystalglade.com\/products\/half-polish-blue-aragonite-freeform-l","provider":"Crystal Glade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}