Pale Purple Etched Fluorite, Hubei
This rare and uniquely structured raw Fluorite specimen is from the well-known mineral region of Hubei, China. It features beautifully etched, pale purple fluorite crystals with distinct signs of dissolution and intergrowth, forming a sculptural and organic formation that sets it apart from standard fluorite specimens. The top layer shimmers with cubic pale purple crystals, while the base reveals a matrix of earlier crystal generations that have partially dissolved, giving the entire specimen a dynamic, phantom-like structure.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Hubei Province, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 4.1 cm × 3.6 cm × 2.8 cm |
| Weight | 35 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 Pale Purple Fluorite Cluster is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Hubei, China. The cluster features multiple well-formed crystals 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 Hubei, China are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.
This specimen weighs 1.23 oz (34.9 g) and measures approximately 1.6 × 1.4 × 1.1 inches, representing a rare 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 Hubei Province
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