Royal Calcite with Amethyst Crust & Druzy Overgrowth

A sculptural specimen from the famed amethyst mines of Artigas, Uruguay. This elongated calcite crystal is coated in a delicate lilac amethyst crust, with a secondary calcite crystal dramatically attached on the front. Both are sprinkled in a sugary layer of quartz druse, giving the entire piece a radiant sparkle from every angle. This piece has serious princess vibes! 

Features:

• Primary crystal: Elongated calcite, coated in amethyst druse.
• Secondary crystal: Prominent calcite crystal attached, overgrown with druzy quartz.
• Color: Soft lilac amethyst contrasting against creamy calcite with grey patches.

Specs:

• Weight: 549 g (1.2 lbs)
• Size: 8” x 3” x 2”
• Locality: Artigas, Uruguay 🇺🇾 

Display:

This piece displays beautifully upright, with the attached calcite crystal creating strong dimensionality. Dim or bright— any lighting brings out the intense sparkle of the druse and the lilac tones of the amethyst.