Double Terminated Golden Calcite Twin on Sphalerite from Elmwood Mine
This magnificent specimen of double terminated Golden Calcite in a rare butterfly twin formation, resting on a base of burnt orange Sphalerite, comes from the legendary and now-closed Elmwood Mine in Carthage, Tennessee. Weighing an impressive 737.09 grams (1 lb 10 oz) and measuring 11 x 9.5 x 8 cm, this cabinet-sized piece is a testament to the extraordinary beauty and energy of the Elmwood Mine’s world-renowned minerals.
The rich golden-amber hue of the Calcite crystals, their exceptional gemmy luster, and the dazzling rainbows scattered throughout elevate this specimen to the pinnacle of Elmwood Mine minerals. Its historical and energetic significance make it a true collector’s gem and a powerful tool for metaphysical practices.
SPECIFICATIONS
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SPECIES: Calcite on Sphalerite
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VARIETY: Golden
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FORMATION: Double terminated, butterfly twin formation
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COLOR: Golden-amber Calcite with burnt orange gemmy Sphalerite
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CLARITY: Gemmy with exceptional luster and rainbows
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TRANSPARENCY: Transparent to translucent
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WEIGHT: 737.09 grams / 1 lb 10 oz
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SIZE: Cabinet (11 x 9.5 x 8 cm)
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ORIGIN: Elmwood Mine, Carthage, Smith Co., Tennessee, USA
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TREATMENT: None (natural)
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HARDNESS: Calcite: 3 (Mohs scale), Sphalerite: 3.5-4 (Mohs scale)
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REFRACTIVE INDEX (RI): Calcite: 1.486-1.658
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CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Calcite: Trigonal, Sphalerite: Cubic
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CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: Calcite: CaCO₃; Sphalerite: ZnS
VIBRATIONAL FREQUENCY PROFILE
This exceptional specimen emits powerful vibrations from the yellow and orange color bands of the electromagnetic spectrum. These frequencies inspire joy, growth, clarity, and manifestation. The yellow band is particularly associated with mental focus and personal power, while the orange band resonates with creativity, passion, and emotional healing.
The unique combination of Golden Calcite and Sphalerite creates an energetic bridge between higher consciousness and grounded stability, making this piece an extraordinary tool for personal and spiritual growth.
METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Golden Calcite
Golden calcite is celebrated as a stone of manifestation and energy amplification. Its metaphysical properties include:
- Enhancing mental clarity, focus, and comprehension
- Boosting self-confidence and personal power
- Stimulating creativity and imagination
- Promoting spiritual growth and connection to higher realms
- Alleviating fear and anxiety, fostering optimism and positive thinking
Golden calcite is often used in meditation to amplify intentions and connect with divine energy, making it a favorite among metaphysical practitioners and healers.
Sphalerite
A secret mineral in metaphysical work, Sphalerite is recognized for its grounding and balancing properties as it:
- Enhances intuition and psychic abilities
- Promotes balance between the physical and spiritual realms
- Encourages personal growth and transformation
- Stimulates creative thinking and problem-solving
- Supports transitions and change
Sphalerite’s energy can assist in accessing past life memories and facilitating deep spiritual journeys, grounding these experiences for greater understanding and integration.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE ELMWOOD MINE
The Elmwood Mine is a legendary source of some of the world’s most prized Calcite, Fluorite, and Sphalerite specimens. Its mineralogical significance and the extraordinary quality of its minerals have made it a cornerstone of gemological and metaphysical collections. Now closed, the mine’s specimens are increasingly rare and highly valued for their historical, visual, and energetic attributes.
Elmwood calcites are known for their vibrant colors, gem-like transparency, and powerful vibrational qualities. These specimens are revered in both collector and metaphysical circles as tools for spiritual transformation, personal empowerment, and energy amplification.
*This piece was hand-selected by Ashley for its beauty, rarity, and extraordinary energetic resonance. You will receive the exact specimen shown here.
*Please note that most of our photography and videos are done with a 2x to 10x macro lens, so inclusions or surface details may appear more pronounced in the images than they are to the unaided eye. While we strive to depict the actual color and clarity accurately, colors may vary slightly depending on your screen.
