Orange Calcite

Cleansing • Energizing • Inner Peace • Hope and Courage • Balance • Growth

Energetic properties

Orange calcite is both cleansing and revitalizing. It promotes mental balance, uplifts mood, and has a positive effect on anxiety. The stone stimulates physical, emotional, and spiritual growth and brings inner peace. Orange calcite is especially effective in awakening creative or sexual energy, as it helps energy flow smoothly throughout the body. Physically, it is believed to benefit the reproductive organs, digestion, gallbladder, and intestines. It may also support those dealing with depression or feelings of emotional heaviness.

Suitable for children from about 4 years old.

Formation

Calcite is a mineral composed primarily of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃). Alongside quartz, it is one of the most abundant minerals in the Earth's crust and can be found in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks worldwide. It is the main component of limestone, and as such, calcite is present all around us—even in bricks and human bones.

Limestone can form in various ways. One example of organic formation occurs on the sea floor, where thick layers of bones, shells, and remains of small sea creatures accumulate and eventually compress into limestone. Calcite can also form in hot springs, where warm, mineral-rich water rises through cracks in the Earth and cools. The dissolved calcite minerals precipitate onto the walls of these cracks, gradually forming thicker deposits under pressure and time—similar to the limescale that can build up in a kettle.

Calcite occurs in a wide variety of forms and colors. These colorations are caused by the inclusion of other trace elements. In the case of orange calcite, the color is due to the presence of iron oxide.

Etymology

The name calcite is derived from the Latin word calx, meaning 'lime'. The word orange refers, of course, to the crystal's color.

Care

Calcite is a form of limestone and generally softer than many other crystals. It’s best not to expose calcite to water for extended periods. Cleaning with a dry cloth is recommended.

Energetic cleansing and recharging can also be done using sage, incense or moonlight.

Because calcite is often porous, it may discolor or become damaged when exposed to (too much) water or harsh chemicals such as cleaning agents or perfumes.

Origin

Can be found in various locations around the world. Notable sources include Mexico, Peru, Brazil, the United States, Canada, Russia, Romania and Pakistan.

Availability

Orange calcite is commonly found and widely available in many parts of the world.

Properties

Composition: CaCO₃
Hardness: 3
Density: 2.7

Associated with Orange Calcite