Crushed Crystal Calcite, 3 oz.
A versatile, natural mineral that is easy to sand and easy to dye—perfect for a wide variety of exquisite, jeweled inlays!
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A beautiful natural mineral with a pearlescent white color, crystal calcite is a versatile material for a range of different inlay projects. It can be used in its natural state, or dyed to the hues of other famous gemstones: ruby red, sapphire blue, jade green and more. You can also mix in other reflective materials like mother-of-pearl, paua abalone or metal filings to add depth and shimmer.
Features:
- On the Mohs Hardness Scale, calcite has a hardness of 3.0—easily sanded with silicon carbide or aluminum oxide sandpaper, which has a hardness of 9.0
- Durable and takes an excellent polish—perfect for any inlay project
- Coarse crystals can be ground finer if desired
- Can be used dry with CA glue or wet with resins like epoxy
Note: Calcite is a natural mineral. There may be variations in color and minor impurities which only add to its overall natural appeal.
(1) 3 oz. bag of Crushed Crystal Calcite
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Manufacturer Part Number | 712038186112 |
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Weight | 0.25 |
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Unit of Measure | Each |
WARNING:
- Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood