Calcite "Energy Stone" is one of the most common minerals on the face of the Earth, comprising about 4% by weight of the Earths crust and is formed in many different geological environments. There are more than 300 crystal forms identified in calcite and these forms can be combined to produce the thousand different crystal variations. Calcite increases and amplifies energy. This makes an excellent stone for distance healing, as well as other types of healing. One of the energies it amplifies is learning abilities, and thus it is a great stone for students. Calcite is a protecting, grounding and centering stone, and can help bring inner peace. Since calcite also promotes creativity and imagination the inner peace it can bring is a vibrant one. Calcite has been said to increase prosperity. It can also be helpful in astral travel and in channeling, as well as increasing intuition. Calcite is also a stone of spirituality and wisdom.