Yellow-Orange Calcite Sphere 38-40mm — Solar Plexus Crystal

A yellow-orange calcite sphere, 38 to 40mm across and 72 to 83 grams, polished smooth with a warm honeyed tone that shifts subtly between gold and orange depending on the light. Calcite in this range is a classic solar plexus chakra stone, associated with motivation, positivity, and clear thinking.

Why does the colour sit between yellow and orange rather than one flat shade? Calcite's colour comes from trace impurities incorporated as the mineral forms, and yellow and orange calcite are really points on the same spectrum, with orange typically carrying a touch more iron. This piece is entirely natural, not dyed or treated, so the warm blend of tones here is the mineral's own.

A closer look at this piece

Calcite is calcium carbonate, among the most common minerals on the planet, and it occurs in a huge range of natural colours across different localities. Both yellow and orange calcite are traditionally read as feng shui stones for prosperity and abundance, helping resolve conflicting feelings and bring stability to physical, emotional, and spiritual states alike. It's worth knowing that calcite is chemically unrelated to citrine despite the visual similarity, calcite being a much softer carbonate mineral.

• Stone: Natural yellow-orange calcite, not dyed, not treated
• Form & size: Polished sphere, 38 to 40mm (1.5 to 1.6 in)
• Weight: 72 to 83g (2.6 to 2.8 oz)
• Chakras: Solar plexus

Living with your sphere

A small stand or dish keeps it secure on a shelf, desk, or altar. Calcite is genuinely soft, in a similar range to fluorite, so keep it clear of harder stones that could scratch the polish and avoid soaking it in water, which can affect the surface over time. A dry soft cloth is all the care it needs.

Please note: crystals are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Keep small pieces away from young children.