Description and Characteristics
Blue calcite is a variety of calcium carbonate that derives its sky-blue or lavender hue from colour centres created by the arrangement of its crystal lattice and, on occasion, from the presence of traces of siliceous minerals. It is found mainly in massive sedimentary deposits. It belongs to the trigonal crystal system and is characterised by an often opaque or translucent appearance with a texture that feels ‘soapy’ or waxy to the touch when polished.
| Chemical Formula | $$CaCO_3$$ |
|---|---|
| Luster | Vitreous or pearly |
| Streak | White |
| Fracture | Conchoid |
| Cleavage | Perfect |
| Hardness | 3 Mohs |
| Crystal System | Trigonal |
Did you know...?
Its name comes from the Latin word ‘calx’, which means ‘lime’.
New-Age Properties
Calcite is a powerful amplifier and cleanser of energies. Simply having calcite in a room cleanses negative energies from the environment and boosts your personal energy reserves, as well as removing stagnant energy from the body. It is a spiritual stone that facilitates the opening of higher consciousness and psychic abilities. Psychologically, it connects emotions with intellect, creating emotional intelligence. Mentally, it helps relax the mind, teaches discernment and analysis, stimulates perception, and enhances memory. Calcite relieves emotional tension and replaces it with serenity, as it is a stabilizing stone. On a subtle level, a grid of calcites in appropriate colors balances and energizes all the chakras. Blue calcite, in particular, is a stone that aids in recovery and relaxation. It dissolves pain, soothes nerves, and relaxes anxieties, releasing negative emotions. Wearing it on the throat chakra will promote communication.