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Very Large Blue Calcite Sphere
7 December 2016, 10:00 PST
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Very Large Blue Calcite Sphere
Madagascar
Calcite is a carbonate mineral which can be found generally in white or colorless specimens or occasionally light yellow. The deposits in Madagascar are known for producing this bright sky blue color and massive, rather than crystalline variety. The present sphere was hand-carved by artisans in Madagascar and honed to a high polish from a massive blue calcite boulder. Weighing approximately 16.5 kg. Diameter 8in
Calcite is a carbonate mineral which can be found generally in white or colorless specimens or occasionally light yellow. The deposits in Madagascar are known for producing this bright sky blue color and massive, rather than crystalline variety. The present sphere was hand-carved by artisans in Madagascar and honed to a high polish from a massive blue calcite boulder. Weighing approximately 16.5 kg. Diameter 8in

