Mangano Calcite Tumbled 1.5-2.5cm

Naturally tumbled Mangano Calcite in a 1.5–2.5cm size, displaying a soft pale blush pink to near-white body with a smooth, waxy finish and a gentle translucency on lighter pieces. Each stone varies slightly in the depth of pink and overall form. A delicate and quietly beautiful stone that is as appealing in a display bowl as it is in a crystal collection.

Mangano Calcite is a calcium carbonate mineral in which manganese substitutes for some of the calcium, producing its characteristic soft pink colouring. It belongs to the calcite group and typically forms in metamorphic and sedimentary environments. Mangano Calcite is notably softer than quartz-based stones (Mohs 3), giving it its characteristic waxy lustre when polished. A particularly captivating quality of Mangano Calcite is its UV fluorescence — under shortwave UV or blue light, it glows a vivid fluorescent pink, making it a favourite among mineral collectors and a striking addition to any UV-reactive display.

In crystal traditions, Mangano Calcite is associated with compassion, emotional warmth, and heart-centred awareness. Many people are drawn to it during times of reflection or when setting intentions around kindness, self-acceptance, and connection with others. It is often connected to the Heart Chakra in crystal practice, and is traditionally associated with Taurus, Libra, and Cancer.

Stone Details

• Mineral: Mangano Calcite (manganese-bearing calcium carbonate)
• Form: Tumbled, polished
• Hardness: Mohs 3
• Size: Approximately 1.5–2.5cm per stone
• Colour: Pale blush pink to near-white — natural, not colour enhanced
• Finish: Smooth, waxy polished
• UV Fluorescence: Yes — glows vivid fluorescent pink under UV/blue light
• Weight: Approximately 200g per lot
• Sold: Per stone — pink depth and form will vary

Pink depth and overall form will vary naturally between individual stones. Handle with care — at Mohs 3, Mangano Calcite is softer than most other tumbled stones and can scratch if stored with harder minerals.