Gorgeous Blue Calcite Bowl | Argentina
Gorgeous Argentinian Blue Calcite Bowl with beautiful banding. Some areas of the bowl are see through, not because of thinness but because of the stunning clarity of the Argentinian Blue Calcite. This bowl is breathtaking due to its natural beauty.
Bowl approx. size: 21" x 15" x 9"
Bowl approx. weight: 23 lbs.
Lighted pedestal not included.
*Due to the size of this specimen, it will be shipped in an internationally compliant wooden crate.
Shipping costs will be calculated and billed after purchase. Please contact us if you need a specific shipping rate prior to purchase. You may opt in for in-store pickup to cut your shipping costs all together and pick up your specimen in person. You can pick up from our store location in Kemmerer, Wyoming, or we deliver to both the Denver Gem & Mineral show in the Fall and the Tucson Gem & Mineral show in the winter. For any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us directly.
Blue calcite is a beautiful, naturally occurring carbonate mineral known for its soft blue to blue-gray coloring, often accented by delicate white or translucent bands. Its soothing appearance and gentle, cloudy patterns give it an elegant, almost ethereal quality.
Although commonly sold under the name “Blue Onyx,” this material is generally calcite rather than true onyx. The trade name refers to its distinctive banded appearance and resemblance to ornamental onyx.
Blue calcite is relatively soft compared with many decorative stones, making it especially appealing for carved objects, spheres, polished specimens, decorative pieces, and collector displays. When polished, its natural translucency and layered coloration can create a beautiful depth and glow.
Color: Pale blue, sky blue, blue-gray, often with white or cream banding
Mineral: Calcite
Composition: Calcium carbonate (CaCO₃)
Luster: Vitreous to pearly
Hardness: Approximately 3 on the Mohs scale
Appearance: Banded, cloudy, translucent to opaque
Common trade name: Blue Onyx / Blue Calcite Onyx
Each piece is naturally unique, with variations in color, pattern, translucency, and banding that make every specimen one of a kind.