Purple-Blue Fluorite – Stepped Growth – Yaogangxian, Hunan
Purple-Blue Fluorite with Large Transparent Windows and Stepped Growth from Yaogangxian, Hunan
Weight: 1.59oz | Size: 2 × 2.6 × 1.5 inches
This exquisite fluorite specimen from Yaogangxian, Hunan, is a collector’s dream. Featuring stunning purple and blue hues with a mesmerizing phantom effect, the crystal’s large transparent windows create a striking play of light and depth. The stepped growth pattern reflects its unique geological formation, while the twin crystal structure enhances its rarity. Despite its compact size of 1.59oz and 2 × 2.6 × 1.5 inches, this fluorite packs a visual punch and is perfect for display. Its vibrant color combinations and fascinating inclusions make it a must-have for any mineral enthusiast or collector looking for a truly special piece.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Yaogangxian Mine, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 6.6 cm × 5.1 cm × 3.8 cm |
| Weight | 45 g |
| Color | Purple-Blue |
| Size | Small Cabinet (2–4 inches / 5–10 cm) |
| Species | Fluorite |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
This exceptional Fluorite Mineral Crystal is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Yaogangxian Origin. 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 Yaogangxian Origin are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.
This specimen weighs 1.59 oz (45.1 g) and measures approximately 2.6 × 2 × 1.5 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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