{"product_id":"large-raw-blue-aragonite-mineral-specimen-46187","title":"Large Blue Aragonite Specimen 1.5kg — Raw Mineral Crystal","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large raw \u003cstrong\u003eblue aragonite specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e, 1.5 kilograms and genuinely striking, in a soft natural sky-blue that this specific material is prized for. This is a real step up from a small collector piece, sized to command real presence on a shelf while still being manageable to display. Blue aragonite is tied to the \u003cstrong\u003ethroat chakra\u003c\/strong\u003e, associated with calm, honest \u003cstrong\u003ecommunication\u003c\/strong\u003e and easing anxiety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour here is genuinely uncommon in the wider aragonite family, since most aragonite found worldwide comes in white, brown, or yellow tones. Blue material like this gets its colour from trace copper picked up during formation, and it comes from a small handful of localities worldwide capable of producing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA closer look at this specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAragonite is a polymorph of calcium carbonate, chemically identical to calcite but crystallizing in a different lattice structure that produces its characteristic acicular, fibrous, and botryoidal growth habits rather than calcite's typical blocky forms. Aragonite is technically less stable than calcite over geological time, which makes well-preserved specimens like this genuinely interesting from a mineralogical standpoint as well as a decorative one. This piece is natural throughout, not treated or dyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural blue aragonite, raw specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 167 x 115 x 76mm (6.5 x 4.5 x 2.9 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5kg (3.3 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChakras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Throat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDisplaying your specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGive it a stable, dedicated surface, a shelf, a display cabinet, or a collector's cabinet, and light it from the side to bring out its natural texture and sparkle. Aragonite is genuinely soft, around Mohs 3.5 to 4, so lift it with care, keep it away from harder stones that could scratch or chip the delicate formations, and dust with a soft brush rather than a cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: crystals are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Keep small pieces away from young children.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crysmology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52565590901023,"sku":null,"price":202.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/5810\/3327\/files\/il_fullxfull.4332710879_8zg3.jpg?v=1779595597","url":"https:\/\/crysmology.com\/en-de\/products\/large-raw-blue-aragonite-mineral-specimen-46187","provider":"Crysmology","version":"1.0","type":"link"}