Colorless Fluorite with Pyrite Cubes – Hunan, China
This classic mineral specimen from Hunan Province, China, features a beautiful association of colorless to light gray fluorite crystals with sharp, metallic pyrite cubes on a sulfide-rich matrix. The fluorite crystals are blocky to cubic with subtle edge modifications, showcasing good translucency and a soft vitreous luster. Intergrown with the fluorite are well-formed brassy-yellow pyrite cubes, creating a striking visual contrast.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Hunan Province, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 5.1 cm × 3.8 cm × 3.0 cm |
| Weight | 65 g |
| Color | Clear |
| Size | Small Cabinet (2–4 inches / 5–10 cm) |
| Species | Fluorite, Pyrite |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
This exceptional Fluorite and Pyrite Mineral Specimen is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Hunan, China. This specimen features well-developed crystal form displaying vitreous luster that makes it a standout addition to any mineral collection.
Fluorite (CaF₂) crystallizes in the cubic (isometric) crystal system with a Mohs hardness of 4. This mineral is known for exceptional fluorescence under ultraviolet light, perfect octahedral cleavage, and a wide range of colors including purple, green, blue, yellow, and colorless. Specimens from Hunan, China are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.
This specimen weighs 2.29 oz (64.9 g) and measures approximately 2 × 1.5 × 1.2 inches. Each specimen is carefully hand-selected to ensure excellent crystal development, natural aesthetics, and display-worthy presentation. Photographs represent the actual specimen you will receive.
Whether you are a seasoned mineral collector, a geology enthusiast, or searching for a distinctive natural display piece, this Fluorite specimen offers exceptional quality and visual appeal. It makes an impressive addition to a specimen cabinet, educational display, or curated mineral collection — Fluorite is prized by collectors for its vivid color zoning and phantom growth patterns, and industrially important as a flux in steelmaking and in the production of hydrofluoric acid.




