{"product_id":"blue-celestine-crystal-calcite-badghis-afghanistan-30g","title":"Natural Blue Celestine Crystal with Calcite, 30g, Badghis, Afghanistan","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA Double Terminated Blue Celestine From Badghis, Afghanistan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis natural celestine crystal comes from Darai Laman, a locality in Badghis province, Afghanistan, and it's an unusual shape for the material. At 30 grams, the crystal is double terminated, but instead of the pointed, slender habit most celestine from this region tends toward, this piece grew tabular and equant, closer to a flat, blocky form than a typical elongated crystal. You can find this exact listing at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/blue-celestine-crystal-calcite-badghis-afghanistan-30g\" title=\"trusted gemstone for sale\"\u003eblue-celestine-crystal-calcite-badghis-afghanistan-30g\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eColor saturation is the standout feature here. The blue runs deep and consistent through the crystal body, sitting at the center of a calcite matrix that carries a yellow, sparkling texture around the base. That contrast between the deep blue crystal and the lighter, textured matrix is part of what makes this piece read as substantial in person despite its modest weight, an effect that's genuinely difficult to capture fully on video or in photos. The crystal is complete and damage free, with clean termination on both ends. For collectors who've seen plenty of celestine come through over the years, a piece with this combination of color depth and unusual crystal habit is worth a second look, since the tabular form alone sets it apart from most material coming out of this locality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 gram\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33 x 28 x 24 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\/Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Double Terminated Tabular, Equant Crystal on Calcite Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural, Included (as formed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDarai Laman, Badghis, Afghanistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 to 3.5 (Mohs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestine (Strontium Sulfate) with Calcite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGemstone Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBirthstone: Not a traditional birthstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZodiac Sign: Gemini\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChakra: Throat Chakra, Third Eye Chakra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealing Properties: Celestine is often associated with calm and mental clarity in crystal healing practice, tied to the throat and third eye chakras. Its soft blue tone and delicate structure also make it a favorite among collectors who focus on color and crystal form over hardness or durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Minerals Paradise\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe source rare minerals like celestine directly from localities in Afghanistan and Pakistan, cutting out the resellers that usually mark up harder to find material. The crystal you receive is the exact piece shown in the photos and video, not a similar one pulled from stock. Every order ships express worldwide, backed by a 30-day return policy. This piece is listed permanently at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/blue-celestine-crystal-calcite-badghis-afghanistan-30g\" title=\"trusted gemstone for sale\"\u003emineralsparadise.com\/products\/blue-celestine-crystal-calcite-badghis-afghanistan-30g\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSince celestine doesn't have its own dedicated collection yet, browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/collections\/rare-minerals-crystals\" title=\"Rare Minerals Crystals collection\"\u003eRare Minerals Crystals collection\u003c\/a\u003e for other uncommon specimens from the same region, including a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/rare-bastnasite-crystal-from-zagi-mountain-bastnasite-stone-bastnasite-specimen-rare-crystals-zagi-minerals-rare-minerals-45-gram\" title=\"top gemstone provider\"\u003erare bastnasite crystal from Zagi Mountain\u003c\/a\u003e and an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/axinite-specimen-axinite-crystals-axinite-stone-crystal-cluster-mineral-specimen-raw-gemstones-rare-crystals-306-gram\" title=\"best gemstone for sale\"\u003eaxinite crystal cluster specimen at 306 grams\u003c\/a\u003e, both good picks if you collect uncommon mineral species. If you want a framework for judging pieces like this one, read our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/blogs\/gemology\/what-makes-a-mineral-specimen-valuable-7-factors-every-buyer-should-know\" title=\"trusted gemstone provider\"\u003ewhat makes a mineral specimen valuable\u003c\/a\u003e, or our piece on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/blogs\/gemology\/how-to-identify-museum-grade-mineral-specimens-7-signs-collectors-look-for\" title=\"best gemstone for sale\"\u003ehow to identify museum-grade mineral specimens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAQS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this celestine crystal natural and untreated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYes. This specimen from Darai Laman, Badghis, Afghanistan is completely natural with no dye or enhancement. The blue color is exactly how the crystal formed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this celestine crystal's shape unusual?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMost celestine crystals from this region grow pointed and slender, but this piece has a tabular, equant habit, meaning it's flatter and more blocky than the typical elongated crystal form, which is uncommon for material from this locality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs celestine a durable stone for handling and display?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCelestine rates 3 to 3.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, which is relatively soft, so it should be handled carefully and displayed away from high traffic areas rather than treated like a harder mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this specimen have any damage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNo, the crystal is complete and damage free, with clean double termination on both ends and no chips or fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the calcite matrix on this specimen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe celestine crystal sits within a calcite matrix that has a natural yellow, textured appearance, which provides the natural base the crystal grew on rather than a separate mounted display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerals Paradise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47522574336291,"sku":"","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/6833\/0019\/files\/Tabular_blue_celestine_crystal_side_view.png?v=1787551136","url":"https:\/\/mineralsparadise.com\/products\/blue-celestine-crystal-calcite-badghis-afghanistan-30g","provider":"Minerals Paradise","version":"1.0","type":"link"}