CAL109 Fluorescent Calcite Kowallabe The surrounding banded and sagenitic

The surrounding banded and sagenitic agate features bright orange

Malawi Agate polished cabochon featuring white

approximately 8cm long

30mm x 34mm

This polished piece shows intricate patterns of banded agate

CAL109 Fluorescent Calcite Kowallabe The surrounding banded and sageniticThis calcite rhomb has naturally straight sides created from its distinct cleavage properties. The rhombohedral formation produces double refraction, which is why this material is also known as Optical Calcite. When you look at objects through the calcite, it splits the rays of light and displays two images of the same object. This piece is a gemmy, translucent peachy pink, which is a result of the presence of manganese within its chemical makeup.