Purple Fluorite Octahedron Cluster, Guizhou Old Mine
Vintage Purple Fluorite Octahedron Cluster – Guizhou Old Mine Gem, Striking Mountainous Display
Claim a rare piece of China’s mineral legacy with this vintage purple fluorite octahedron cluster from Guizhou. Resembling a miniature mountain range with its rugged, jagged peaks, the cluster’s deep violet hues evoke mystery and grandeur. Each octahedral crystal is a study in natural precision, offering both visual drama and educational value. Perfect for display in a museum-quality cabinet or as an inspirational décor accent, this specimen is a timeless reminder of nature’s capacity to sculpt art from stone.
Specifications: Weight: 7.23 oz; Dimensions: 2.3 × 3 × 1.3.
Specimen details
| Mineral | Fluorite |
|---|---|
| Locality | — |
| Crystal system | Isometric |
| Dimensions | 7.6 cm × 5.8 cm × 3.3 cm |
| Weight | 205 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 Octahedron Cluster is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Guizhou Origin. 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. Specimens from Guizhou Origin are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.
This specimen weighs 7.23 oz (205.0 g) and measures approximately 3 × 2.3 × 1.3 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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