Botryoidal Fluorite – Bayberry Form – Deep Purple – Jiangxi
From Jiangxi, China, comes this unusual and aesthetic fluorite specimen. The fluorite has formed in a botryoidal habit, creating a spherical shape reminiscent of a bayberry, with a deep purple color. This piece is a wonderful example of the unique and varied forms that fluorite can take, making it a great addition to a collection of worldwide fluorites.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Jiangxi Province, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 3.3 cm × 1.0 cm × 2.3 cm |
| Weight | 20 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 Jiangxi Fluorite Specimen is a stunning natural specimen. This piece displays 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 0.71 oz (20.1 g) and measures approximately 1.3 × 0.4 × 0.9 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.




