Yaogangxian Mine Minerals
World-famous Chinese locality for fluorite, cassiterite, quartz, and classic collector specimens.
The Yaogangxian Mine, located in Yizhang County, Hunan Province, southern China, is one of the world’s most celebrated tungsten-tin mining districts. Known primarily as a W-Sn ore field, it has produced an extraordinary range of collector-quality mineral specimens over decades of operation. Yaogangxian fluorite is particularly prized: large, well-formed cubic crystals in saturated purple, green, and colorless tones, often with phantom zoning and quartz associations that make each piece a natural work of art. Cassiterite, wolframite, and arsenopyrite from this locality are equally sought after by advanced collectors. For anyone serious about Chinese minerals, Yaogangxian is a name that carries real provenance weight.
Why This Locality Matters
Famous Species
Fluorite · Cassiterite · Wolframite · Quartz · Calcite · Arsenopyrite. Few localities in China produce this breadth of collector-grade species from a single mine.
Classic Crystal Habits
Sharp cubic fluorite with phantom zoning, bipyramidal cassiterite, and well-terminated quartz points. Crystal definition and color saturation at Yaogangxian are consistently exceptional.
Collector Appeal
Yaogangxian is a recognized name on the international collector circuit. Labeling a specimen with this locality adds immediate provenance value and collector confidence.
What Collectors Look For
- Sharp cubic fluorite with strong color saturation
- Phantom zoning inside crystals — visible layered growth
- Quartz and cassiterite associations on matrix
- Classic color range: purple, green, colorless, bicolor
- Clean provenance — documented Yaogangxian origin
- Undamaged terminations and natural matrix attachment
Featured Specimens from Yaogangxian
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Cassiterite Quartz Cluster – Gleaming Metallic Luster – Yaogangxian, China – Collector’s Gem
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Cassiterite and Calcite Cluster – Fluorescent Wonders – Yaogangxian, China – Collector’s Gem
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Fluorite Cube Mineral – Rare Purple Hued Specimen – Yaogangxian Origin – Decorative Use
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Yaogangxian Fluorite Crystal – Raw Phantom Gem – Green Blue Hue – Collectible Specimen
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Fluorite Crystal Specimen – Phantom Features – Cassiterite Matrix – Yaogangxian Origin – Collectible Mineral
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Phantom Fluorite Quartz Cluster – Rare Purple-Blue Gem – Yaogangxian, China – For Healing and Energy Work
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Fluorite Specimen – Deep Purple Phantom on Matrix – Rare Yaogangxian Fusion – Collector’s Gem
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Fluorite Twin Specimen – Vibrant Purple-Blue – Etched Surface – Yaogangxian – Collector’s Display Piece
$450.00FREE shipping
All Specimens from Yaogangxian
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Cassiterite Quartz Cluster – Gleaming Metallic Luster – Yaogangxian, China – Collector’s Gem
$290.00FREE shipping -
Cassiterite and Calcite Cluster – Fluorescent Wonders – Yaogangxian, China – Collector’s Gem
$245.00FREE shipping -
Fluorite Cube Mineral – Rare Purple Hued Specimen – Yaogangxian Origin – Decorative Use
$225.00FREE shipping -
Yaogangxian Fluorite Crystal – Raw Phantom Gem – Green Blue Hue – Collectible Specimen
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Fluorite Crystal Specimen – Phantom Features – Cassiterite Matrix – Yaogangxian Origin – Collectible Mineral
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Phantom Fluorite Quartz Cluster – Rare Purple-Blue Gem – Yaogangxian, China – For Healing and Energy Work
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Fluorite Specimen – Deep Purple Phantom on Matrix – Rare Yaogangxian Fusion – Collector’s Gem
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Fluorite Twin Specimen – Vibrant Purple-Blue – Etched Surface – Yaogangxian – Collector’s Display Piece
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Fluorite Twin Crystals – High Transparency – Yaogangxian Origin – Museum-Grade Specimen
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Yaogangxian Fluorite Twin – Purple Gem – Rare Collector’s Item – Display and Study
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Fluorite Crystal Specimen – Phantom Form – Purple and Green Hues – Hunan Origin – Collectible Gemstone
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Stunning Yaogangxian Fluorite Specimen – Transparent Green and Purple – With Epidote – Perfect for Collectors
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Yaogangxian Fluorite Twin Crystal – Rare Phantom – China – Collector’s Natural Mineral Gem
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Fluorite Mineral Crystal – Stepped Purple-Blue Beauty – Yaogangxian Origin – Perfect for Collectors
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Purple Fluorite Crystal – Raw Fluorescent Specimen – Pyrite Inclusions – Yaogangxian, Hunan – Collectible Mineral
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Yaogangxian Fluorite Crystal – Purple Phantom – Cassiterite Inclusions – Collector’s Gem
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Fluorite Crystal – Step Growth Pattern – Yaogangxian – Display Piece
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Mint Green Fluorite and Calcite Raw Mineral – Unique Specimen – Yaogangxian, China – Ideal for Collectors
$125.00FREE shipping -
Calcite Cluster – Fluorescent Pink – Raw Yaogangxian Specimen – Ideal for Crystal Collection Display
$145.00FREE shipping -
Cassiterite and Quartz Specimen – Rare Mineral – Yaogangxian, China – Collector’s Gem
$800.00FREE shipping -
Fluorite Crystal – Raw Purple Beauty – Snowflake Inclusions and Phantom Bands – China Origin – Collectible Gem
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Cassiterite Yaogangxian Quartz Cluster – Rare Purple Fluorite Gem – Chinese Mineral – Collector’s Specimen
$145.00FREE shipping -
Fluorite Crystal Specimen – Blue with Calcite Inclusions – Yaogangxian Origin – UV Reactive Gem
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Stunning Yaogangxian Fluorite Mineral Specimen – Vibrant Green Crystals with Dolomite and Quartz – Perfect for Collectors
$88.00FREE shipping
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Yaogangxian?
Yaogangxian is a mining district in Yizhang County, Chenzhou City, Hunan Province, southern China. It sits within one of China’s most geologically active tungsten-tin belts.
What is Yaogangxian famous for?
Yaogangxian is world-famous for its fluorite crystals — large, sharp cubic forms in vivid purple, green, and bicolor tones. It also produces excellent cassiterite, wolframite, quartz, and arsenopyrite specimens prized by advanced collectors globally.
Are these exact specimens?
Yes. Every specimen listed is the exact piece photographed. What you see is what you receive — no stock photos or representative images.
Are treatments disclosed?
Yes. Any known treatments, repairs, or enhancements are disclosed in the product description. We prioritize transparency so collectors can make informed decisions.
Why does locality matter for fluorite?
Locality provenance directly affects a specimen’s collector value and long-term desirability. Yaogangxian fluorite is recognized internationally — a documented origin adds credibility, context, and resale value to any collection.
