At a glance
- Amethyst geode with dogtooth calcite cluster inclusion
- Origin: Brazil
- 5" x 4" x 2.5"
- 780 grams
- Polished edge, high-quality grade
- Ships within 3 business days
How to use it
Give it a display position where the calcite cluster catches side light — that is the feature, and front lighting flattens it.
It is a collector piece as much as an altar piece. On a shelf with other specimens it will be the one people pick up first.
Dust dry. Calcite is softer than amethyst and scratches easily, so keep cloths and brushes soft and skip any cleaning solution.
What sets this apart from a plain amethyst geode
|
This piece |
Standard amethyst geode |
| Minerals present |
Amethyst + dogtooth calcite |
Amethyst only |
| Rarity |
Uncommon pairing |
Widely available |
| Best read as |
Collector specimen |
Decorative focal piece |
✨ Temple Tip
Handle it by the polished rind, never by the calcite. Dogtooth crystals are brittle at the tips and a single knock takes off a point that took a few million years to grow.
Questions & answers
What is dogtooth calcite?
It is calcite that has grown in a sharply pointed scalenohedral habit, so named because the crystals resemble canine teeth.
What are the dimensions?
5 inches by 4 inches by 2.5 inches, weighing 780 grams.
Where is it from?
Brazil.
Does it stand on its own?
Yes, the base is cut flat so it stands upright unaided.
How should I clean it?
Dry and gently. The calcite is soft and scratches, so avoid liquids and stiff brushes.
Two minerals, one cavity, and a very long wait in between. #TempleOfDesire