Purple Fluorite Cluster with Mica, Yaogangxian
Size: 2 × 2.3 × 1.4 inches
Weight: 105 grams (approximately 3.7 oz)
This is a stunning and rare mineral specimen from the renowned Yaogangxian Mine in Hunan, China. It features vibrant purple cubic fluorite crystals perched atop a bed of lavender-purple mica, with fine pyrite inclusions adding metallic accents to the composition. The contrast between the deep violet fluorite and shimmering mica creates a unique and highly collectible piece.
The fluorite crystals are sharply formed with visible internal zoning and excellent transparency. The mica exhibits a rare purplish hue that is characteristic of select Yaogangxian finds and is rarely seen in such intensity. The presence of pyrite enriches the mineralogical diversity and adds aesthetic complexity.
Ideal for mineral collectors, curio cabinet displays, or those who appreciate fine Chinese mineral specimens. This piece is entirely natural with no color enhancement or treatments, sourced from a now-limited production zone, making it increasingly rare.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Yaogangxian Mine, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 5.8 cm × 5.1 cm × 3.6 cm |
| Weight | 105 g |
| Color | Purple |
| 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 Purple Fluorite Crystal Cluster is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Yaogangxian Origin. The cluster features multiple well-formed crystals displaying metallic luster 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 3.7 oz (104.9 g) and measures approximately 2.3 × 2 × 1.4 inches, representing a museum-quality 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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