Fluorite from La Viesca Mine, Asturias, Spain

This striking fluorite specimen from the La Viesca Mine (Asturias, Spain) showcases the locality’s signature lavender‑to‑violet tones with exceptional translucency and internal glow. The piece features well‑defined cubic geometry, natural cleavage faces, and subtle zoning that shifts from soft lilac to deeper purple depending on the angle and lighting. The interior clarity allows light to travel through the crystal, revealing delicate veils, internal reflections, and the gentle color gradients that make La Viesca fluorite so collectible. The exterior surfaces retain their natural texture, giving the piece an authentic, untouched presence while still offering beautiful display faces. This is a hand‑sized, small‑cabinet specimen with excellent color for its weight class — substantial enough to anchor a shelf, yet easy to handle and rotate to appreciate its shifting tones. A classic example of why La Viesca remains one of Spain’s most beloved fluorite localities.