Green Fluorite with Dolomite and Quartz – Yaogangxian, Hunan

Discover the breathtaking energy of our Yaogangxian Green Fluorite Specimen, featuring intricate dolomite and quartz formations. Ideal for collectors and enthusiasts, this piece captures the mesmerizing beauty of natural minerals.

Fluorite (CaF₂) crystallizes in the isometric (cubic) crystal system, exhibiting a hardness of 4 on the Mohs scale and a vitreous luster that enhances its vibrant green coloration. This specimen displays remarkable transparency with sharp, well-defined cubic crystals, some of which contain phantom-like inclusions that add depth and character. The accompanying dolomite and quartz matrix provide a contrasting backdrop, highlighting the fluorite's vivid hues and geometric form.

Originating from the renowned Yaogangxian Mine in Hunan Province, China, this locality is well-known among mineral collectors for producing high-quality fluorite specimens with exceptional clarity and color. The mine's geological conditions contribute to the unique combination of fluorite with dolomite and quartz, making specimens from this area particularly desirable.

This piece holds collector value not only for its aesthetic appeal but also for its display quality and relative rarity in fine, transparent green fluorite crystals with such well-preserved phantom features. To maintain its luster and prevent damage, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight and handle the specimen with care to prevent scratching, as fluorite's moderate hardness makes it susceptible to abrasion.

Yaogangxian tungsten mine, Hunan, China — premier modern source of collector-grade fluorite with quartz overgrowths and purple windows.