Cream Calcite (Round)(Smooth)(6mm)(8mm)(10mm)(16"Strand)

Calcite is a calcium carbonate mineral and is the defining stone for 3 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Its name is derived from the German word Calcit. Although Calcite can be found in various colors all over the world, Cream calcite is predominantly mined in Afghanistan. These particular beads come in a cream color with brown and white parallel bands and the occasional shade of green. Origin: Afghanistan Metaphysical Properties: Promotes Amplification and Cleanses Energies Mohs Hardness: 3 Strand Length: 16 inches Beads per Strand 6mm: 62 beads 8mm: 48 beads 10mm: 38 beads