The name Calcite comes from the Latin word 'calcis' which means 'lime'. It is a widespread and common mineral found in carbonate rocks and in ore veins. Calcite is the main component of limestone and marble.

• Chemical formula: CaCO3
• mineral group: Carbonates
• hardness: 3 moh
• Location: Madagascar, Great Britain, Brazil, USA…

Green calcite soothes suffering, sadness and a broken heart. It helps us let go of what is familiar but no longer useful. Helps us turn our ideas into action. It makes us positive and optimistic and brings the emotions back into balance.

Chakra: 4th