Tanzan Fluorite Crystal with Phantom, Fujian
Large Window Tanzan Fluorite Fujian Purple Phantom High Transparency Rare Crystal Specimen
Weight (oz): 7.76
Dimensions (inches): 3 × 2.5 × 1.8
Feast your eyes on a large window Tanzan fluorite from Fujian featuring a dramatic purple phantom core. The high transparency of the fluorite cubes creates a mesmerizing effect, allowing you to peer into its hidden internal layers. Nicknamed “Tanzan” for its tanzanite-like color, this rare crystal specimen exemplifies the superior clarity and unique phantom growth patterns that collectors crave. Whether you display it under a spotlight or relish it in daylight, this fluorite’s ethereal glow and intricate textures will stand as a highlight in any mineral collection.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Fujian Province, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 7.6 cm × 6.4 cm × 4.6 cm |
| Weight | 220 g |
| Size | Small Cabinet (2–4 inches / 5–10 cm) |
| Species | Fluorite |
| Color | Purple |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
This exceptional Tanzan Fluorite Crystal is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Rare Fujian Phantom. This specimen features well-developed crystal form displaying captivating phantom growth zones 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 Rare Fujian Phantom are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.
This specimen weighs 7.76 oz (220.0 g) and measures approximately 3 × 2.5 × 1.8 inches, representing a exceptional example. 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.
About Fujian Province
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