This translucent mineral is a calcite. It has been loving hand carved into leaf shape and carefully set onto a solid silver mount. It's a truly statement piece that will get you noticed!calcite is a rock forming mineral. Calcite most commonly occurs in sedimentary settings, particularly in shallow marine settings as the shells and hard parts of marine organisms. Known as the stone of emotional intelligence, calcite has the uncanny ability to build a clear and harmonious bridge of awareness between your emotions and your intellect. The name calcite comes from latin chalix, which means lime. It's also known as iceland spar and optical calcite.all henryka jewellery comes complete with a beautiful presentation gift box. Stone natural calcite material 925 solid silverapprox. Pendant size 50mm x 45mm beautiful gemstones designed by naturethe henryka designer gemstones collection is a celebration of completely natural and beautifully rare gemstones from across the world.each gemstone is carefully hand chosen by us for its natural and un treated colours and patterns. We look for vibrant gemstones we know you will love, as well as rare gemstones you may have never even heard of from all corners of the earth.instead of seeking perfection, we choose gemstones based on the natural quirks and inclusions that make them entirely unique. This means incredible stripes, bold spots, wave like ripples and swirls that give each gemstone its own unique fingerprint.these characterful gemstones are then cut, polished and set by hand into silver jewellery designs, from statement necklaces to rings, earrings and bracelets. When wearing a piece of henryka designer gemstone jewellery, you can be assured that no one will ever be wearing the same piece. It is individual to you.