Shangbao Mine, China

Purple Phantom Fluorite Cluster, Shangbao Mine, Hunan

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Dozens of translucent grape-purple fluorite cubes spread across a snow-white dolomite matrix in this upright plate from the Shangbao Mine, Hunan. Faint phantom zoning shows inside the larger cubes, and the piece stands on its own flat base — a classic Shangbao color-contrast specimen with strong from-across-the-room presence.

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Specimen details

MineralFluorite
LocalityShangbao Mine, China
Crystal systemIsometric
Chemical formulaCaF₂
Dimensions11.9 cm × 4.1 cm × 9.9 cm
Weight295 g
ColorGreen
SizeCabinet (4–6 inches / 10–15 cm)
SpeciesFluorite
ConditionNo damage on display faces

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About this specimen

Grape-purple fluorite cubes scatter across this upright Shangbao plate like windows set into snow — dozens of them, translucent, many carrying the faint cube-within-cube interior zoning collectors call phantoms. A fine sugar of white dolomite frosts the crystal edges and fills the spaces between, giving the purple a brilliant white stage.

The Shangbao Mine in Leiyang, Hunan, built its name on precisely this contrast: cool purple fluorite over sparkling pale matrix, with dolomite and quartz in supporting roles. Where Yaogangxian material shouts, Shangbao material glows — and this plate glows from across the room, especially with light raking across the druse.

It measures 11.9 × 4.1 × 9.9 cm, weighs 295 g, and stands upright on its own flat base — no stand required. The photographs show this exact plate from all sides.

About Fluorite

Fluorite is a halide mineral prized by collectors for its exceptional color range, with several world-class Chinese localities.

Learn more about Fluorite in our encyclopedia

About Shangbao Mine

Shangbao Mine, Chenzhou, Hunan — classic Chinese fluorite locality, known for purple-phantom and color-zoned cubic crystals.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the exact specimen shown?

Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.

Is this Fluorite natural?

Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.

How is it packed and shipped?

Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals. A display base is included.

Can I return it?

Yes — there is a 14-day return window.

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Purple Phantom Fluorite Cluster, Shangbao Mine, Hunan
Purple Phantom Fluorite Cluster, Shangbao Mine, Hunan
$2,100.00$1,890.00