Deep Purple Twinned Fluorite with Calcite – Yaogangxian
Deep Purple Fluorite with Calcite from YGX Hunan – Rare Twinned Fluorite Crystal
Weight: ~3.53 oz
Size: 1.9 × 1.7 × 1.4 in
Description:
This is an exquisite deep purple fluorite specimen from the world-renowned YGX, Hunan locality. It features a cubic fluorite crystal with beautifully formed calcite inclusions. The fluorite exhibits a rich, dark purple color with natural etching on its surface, giving it a striking texture. The internal zoning of the fluorite creates phantom-like formations, making it a highly desirable piece for mineral collectors.
When viewed under UV light, the fluorite glows brilliantly, revealing even more intricate details within the crystal. The contrast between the purple fluorite and the soft calcite accents adds an elegant touch to this natural mineral specimen.
Ideal for display, geological study, and high-end mineral collections, this twinned fluorite is a testament to nature’s artistic beauty. Perfect for collectors who appreciate rare fluorite formations with additional mineral inclusions.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Yaogangxian Mine, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 4.8 cm × 4.3 cm × 3.6 cm |
| Weight | 100 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 Deep Purple Twinned Fluorite is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Hunan 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 Hunan Origin are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.
This specimen weighs 3.53 oz (100.1 g) and measures approximately 1.9 × 1.7 × 1.4 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.
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