Calcite Metal Matrix Lapidary Rough

Calcite Metal Matrix Rough from Mexico. This is calcite with metal matrix. It is natural stone calcite that has been coated with a metal and then pressed. Great for slabbing and polishing!

Calcite metal matrix rough first captures the attention with its unpolished, raw look that highlights the complex patterns and soft colors typical of calcite. The broken pieces of calcite can differ in size, shape, and color, creating a mosaic of tones and textures inside the metallic matrix. The rough material gains a touch of refinement and elegance from the metallic matrix, which creates a glittering backdrop that highlights the calcite's inherent beauty.

As expert lapidaries struggle to extract its hidden gems, the full beauty of calcite metal matrix rough becomes apparent upon closer scrutiny. The rough material is turned into stunning cabochons, beads, and other lapidary creations through shape, cutting, and polishing; each is a unique representation of the stone's inherent beauty.