Mariposa Butterfly Calcite from Mexico Turquoise flowing layers and captivating depth

flowing layers and captivating depth of color

5 inch  handcarved Dragon Head creation

it displays chatoyancy

When you hit these with a shortwave (254nm) UV flashlight

Size: 3 inch

Mariposa Butterfly Calcite from Mexico Turquoise flowing layers and captivating depthDiscover the beauty of the Mariposa Monarch Butterfly Calcite from Mexico. This soft material showcases a stunning formation. Specimens can have a red to golden yellow color Here are some characteristics of Mariposa calcite: Appearance: First generation: Scalenohedral crystals that are coated with a thin layer of brown iron oxide Second generation: An overgrowth that completely wraps around the first generation, giving the appearance of a snow capped