Yellow Calcite
Yellow Calcite
Calcite is a stone that has been used for both practical and decorative purposes for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians appreciated Yellow Calcite’s meaning and worked with the stone extensively, usually for canopic jar decoration or other afterlife adornments. Calcite crystals may have also been used for navigation. The sage of Saint Olaf also made use of many of Yellow Calcite’s properties and mentions the use of “sunstones” to aid sailors in navigation in the 10th century. Further, Icelandic quarries were established by 1400 to harvest calcite crystals.
An excavated Viking settlement even unearthed calcite, indicating their possible usage by the inhabitants. Despite this, no “sunstones” have ever been found in Viking wreckages. Even stranger, there is evidence to suggest that the English also understood the unique meaning of Yellow Calcite, and borrowed the idea of crystal navigation from the Vikings. A Calcite crystal was even found in an Elizabethan wreckage!
Metaphysical Meaning:
The many metaphysical properties of Yellow Calcite crystals make it a great stone for enriching positive energy and encouraging you to see the blessings and good things in your life. It also opens new doors for light and enlightenment in your spiritual journey. Many appreciate Yellow Calcite’s meaning and its ability to bring you a richer connection with the light and hope that follows you. This beautiful gemstone also acts as a prism of good vibes during meditation practices.
As a solar gemstone Yellow Calcite resonates with all the good things in your heart and inspires you to feel enlightened by the positive forms of energy that you encounter every day. The Yellow Calcite’s meaning is bright and cheery, which makes it a perfect gemstone for those who love the Sun and who appreciate solar sources of power.
Weight:
57 ct