Step-Cut Purple Fluorite Cluster – Xianghualing, Hunan
This stunning fluorite specimen comes from the renowned Xianghualing mine, known for its exceptional mineral deposits. Featuring a large step-cut window with a beautiful purple hue visible within, this crystal showcases columnar quartz growth interspersed with multiple fluorite formations. The intricate structure creates an elegant interplay of textures and colors, making it a perfect addition to any mineral collection. This piece is a rare find from an old mine, and its semi-transparent fluorite crystals and geometric layering make it truly unique.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | Hunan Province, China |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 11.4 cm × 4.8 cm × 3.6 cm |
| Weight | 260 g |
| Color | Purple |
| Size | Cabinet (4–6 inches / 10–15 cm) |
| Species | Fluorite |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
This exceptional Exquisite Step-Cut Fluorite Cluster is a stunning natural specimen. The cluster features multiple well-formed crystals displaying 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 9.17 oz (260.0 g) and measures approximately 4.5 × 1.9 × 1.4 inches, representing a exceptional 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 Hunan Province
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