mineral

Green calcite (likely)

Calcite, CaCO₃; green coloration commonly caused by inclusions or trace elements

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Pale mint-green, translucent to opaque, with a vitreous to pearly luster and uneven cleavage surfaces. Mohs hardness 3; trigonal crystal structure, excellent rhombohedral cleavage, and specific gravity about 2.71.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Forms in hydrothermal veins, cavities, and carbonate-rich sedimentary environments through precipitation from mineral-bearing fluids; the specimen’s exact age and locality cannot be determined from the image.

Uses & applications

Used mainly as a collector mineral and decorative specimen; calcite is also important industrially in cement, lime, aggregate, and chemical production.

Geological facts

Calcite strongly effervesces with dilute hydrochloric acid and shows birefringence when viewed through a clear fragment. Green calcite is often confused with fluorite, prehnite, or pale jade.

Field identification & locations

Look for low hardness, rhombohedral cleavage, and acid reaction; a steel blade can scratch it, while fluorite is harder and commonly cubic-cleaving. Common sources include Mexico, Brazil, China, and the United States.