{"product_id":"optical-calcite-sphere-mexico","title":"Optical Calcite, Mexico","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis sphere shows optical calcite's signature water-clear transparency. The gentle doubling of light and softly visible internal cleavage planes is what gives the material its name. At 2.5 inches and 389g, it's a good display size, with clean, glassy clarity throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOptical-grade calcite in this transparent quality is sourced from Mexico, where it's mined in commercial quantity for both the mineral and optics trade. Historically, the material was known as \"Iceland spar,\" named for the original deposits in Iceland that were used in the early study of optics, though that classic locality is no longer a significant commercial source. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMetaphysically, optical calcite is associated with clarity, amplification, and perception. It is traditionally regarded as a stone that helps see situations more clearly, magnifies personal energy and intention, and supports insight during periods of confusion or decision-making. Its double-refraction quality is often linked symbolically to seeing \"both sides\" of a situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMineral: Calcite (optical\/Iceland spar variety)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Mexico \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2.5 inch diameter, 389g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: Sphere stand included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Polished, natural clarity throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Atelier Lithic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48710087803092,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/9021\/0260\/files\/D443838E-1149-42C9-B1C9-840AB8499690.heic?v=1789946006","url":"https:\/\/www.atelierlithic.com\/products\/optical-calcite-sphere-mexico","provider":"Atelier Lithic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}