{"product_id":"natural-fluorescent-calcite-from-argentina-a","title":"UV Fluorescent Calcite Crystal Specimen - Argentina - 142g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV Fluorescent Calcite Crystal Specimen - Argentina - 142g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fluorescent calcite specimen from Argentina. Look for the crystals, and the glow under a UV torch. It fluoresces under UV light (UV torch not included).\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\u003eThis calcite is fluorescent: it glows under ultraviolet light, an effect caused by trace impurities such as manganese in the crystal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcite is calcium carbonate (CaCO₃), one of the most common minerals on Earth and the main component of limestone and marble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt shows strong double refraction, so clear calcite makes a line seen through it appear doubled\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalcite sits at Mohs 3, so it scratches easily; keep it away from harder stones and avoid water and acids\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\u003eCalcite is traditionally associated with cleansing and renewing energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional associations: in crystal tradition, linked with the Crown chakra and Cancer (shared as folklore, not as a claim of any effect)\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 fluorescent calcite, specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Argentina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 142g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the exact item shown\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\u003eA mineral collection piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabinet or shelf display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA gift for a rock or mineral collector\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\u003eNatural specimens may have small knocks or marks from mining and handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\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\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\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional and folklore properties are shared for interest only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice\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":60290604204416,"sku":null,"price":33.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0636\/7616\/files\/IMG_0411.jpg?v=1793517924","url":"https:\/\/crystalglade.com\/products\/natural-fluorescent-calcite-from-argentina-a","provider":"Crystal Glade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}