Blue Fluorite with Quartz Crystal Column – Yaogangxian, Hunan
Blue Fluorite with Columnar Crystal – Elegant and Pure This Blue Fluorite with its columnar crystal formation exudes elegance and purity, making it a standout addition to any collection. The soothing blue tones are calming and provide a serene visual experience, while the unique columnar structure demonstrates the fascinating ways in which natural crystals can form. Sourced from the renowned YGX region, this piece combines aesthetic beauty with intriguing geological formation, making it ideal for collectors and decorators seeking a piece that is both beautiful and scientifically interesting.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Yaogangxian Mine, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 4.8 cm × 3.6 cm × 4.3 cm |
| Weight | 40 g |
| Color | Purple |
| Size | Miniature (up to 2 inches / up to 5 cm) |
| Species | Fluorite |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
This exceptional Light Purple YGX Fluorite with Quartz Crystal is a stunning natural specimen. This specimen features well-developed crystal form displaying excellent natural formation 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. This specimen demonstrates the characteristic features that make Fluorite a favorite among mineral enthusiasts.
This specimen weighs 1.41 oz (40.0 g) and measures approximately 1.9 × 1.4 × 1.7 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.
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