Cobalt-bearing Calcite
Cobalt-bearing Calcite Gemstones by Colour
This table shows the variety of hues this gemstone can be found in. Click on a photo for more information.
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Cobalt-bearing Calcite Gemstones by Size
This table shows distribution of Cobalt-bearing Calcite gemstone sizes that are listed on this site. This can give a good indication as to the general availability of this gemstone in different sizes.
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Lightest:0.32 cts
Heaviest:33.65 cts
Average:6.29 cts
Total photos:9
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| A variety or type of: | Calcite | ||||||||
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| Colour (General) | Pink to purple, Management Team (2012) | ||||||||
| Causes of Colour | Co2+ partial replacement for calcium in calcite structure., Management Team (2012) | ||||||||
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| Mineral information: | Cobalt-bearing Calcite information at mindat.org | ||||||||
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