Specifications:
Location:
China
Size:
6.2cm x 7.8 cm x 5.3 cm
Weight:
144g
Origin:
China’s Hunan Province
Material:
Gemstones
Available in Dubai
450,00 AED
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Rarity and Value
This stunning mineral specimen features natural fluorite crystals of exceptional luster and clarity, displaying a rich violet-to-indigo hue. The sharply defined octahedral geometry of the crystals reveals fluorite’s remarkable cubic structure — a hallmark of its purity and slow geological formation. Fluorite specimens of this intense coloration are particularly sought after by collectors, as purple is among the rarest and most visually striking varieties.
Discovery and Origin
Fluorite (chemical formula CaF₂) forms in hydrothermal veins, often associated with quartz and calcite. The specimen originates from China’s Hunan Province, a locality famous for producing some of the world’s most elegant purple fluorites, prized for their depth of color and perfect crystal symmetry. These formations developed over millions of years as mineral-rich fluids crystallized in rock cavities under specific pressure and temperature conditions.
Craftsmanship and Presentation
This piece retains its natural formation — no cutting or polishing has altered its authentic geometry. Resting on its native matrix, it captures the intersection of chemistry and art: transparent edges, mirror-like faces, and internal reflections that change with every shift of light. A captivating display specimen, it celebrates the precise beauty of crystalline order and the timeless artistry of the Earth itself.
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