Orange Selenite Faceted Pendulum Natural Gypsum Crystal Genuine with Certificate

Overview & Authenticity

This listing features a genuine Orange Selenite faceted pendulum, carefully selected for clarity, colour warmth, and overall finish. The photographs show the actual specimen you will receive, not a stock image, ensuring complete transparency and confidence when purchasing. Each pendulum is crafted from a naturally occurring mineral specimen and chosen individually for quality and visual balance.
The piece is supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity, including a lifetime guarantee of genuineness, provided on a generic authenticity card. This confirms that the pendulum is made from real, naturally formed selenite and not a synthetic or imitation material.

Mineral Identification & Composition

Orange Selenite is a colour-varied form of selenite, a crystalline variety of gypsum, composed of calcium sulphate dihydrate (CaSO₄·2H₂O). Selenite belongs to the sulphate mineral group and is known for its translucent to transparent appearance and soft lustre.
The warm orange to honey tones seen in this specimen are caused by natural mineral inclusions and trace iron oxides incorporated during formation. These inclusions give orange selenite its distinctive colour while preserving the crystal’s internal clarity and fibrous structure.

Geological Formation & Environment

Selenite forms in evaporite environments, where mineral-rich waters evaporate under arid conditions. As water levels drop, dissolved calcium and sulphate crystallise, forming gypsum minerals such as selenite. These deposits typically develop in ancient shallow seas, saline lakes, or lagoonal settings.
Over geological time, slow crystal growth allows selenite to form well-developed crystalline structures with strong internal alignment. The softness and purity of the crystal reflect stable chemical conditions during formation, making selenite an excellent example of evaporite mineral processes.

Physical Characteristics & Morphology

This specimen displays the classic physical traits of selenite, including a smooth surface, translucent body, and gentle internal striations caused by crystal growth patterns. The faceted finish enhances light interaction, allowing the internal colour zoning and natural inclusions to be clearly visible from multiple angles.
Selenite has a low hardness compared to many other minerals, which contributes to its silky feel and luminous appearance. Care has been taken to preserve the crystal’s natural integrity while shaping it into a functional pendulum form.

Faceted Pendulum Form & Craftsmanship

The pendulum has been precisely cut and polished into a faceted shape, providing both visual symmetry and balance. Faceting highlights the stone’s natural translucency while giving the pendulum a refined, elegant appearance. The pointed form allows the mineral’s colour gradients to flow naturally along its length.
Full sizing details are provided in the photographs, allowing accurate assessment of scale before purchase.

Collecting & Display Appeal

Orange selenite pendulums are popular among mineral collectors and crystal enthusiasts due to their distinctive colour, natural clarity, and elegant form. This piece is suitable for display collections, crystal sets, or as a decorative mineral object, where its warm tones and light-reflective surfaces can be fully appreciated.
As a carefully chosen, genuine selenite specimen supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity and lifetime guarantee, this orange selenite faceted pendulum represents a visually striking and geologically meaningful addition to any mineral or crystal collection.