Fluorite on Quartz
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A very old specimen with unique aesthetics, as large quartz crystals are rare from the District and association with fluorite - almost never seen! Possibly mined ca. 1940s to 1950s, this specimen consists of a matrix of stubby, lustrous and translucent, colorless quartz crystals to 1.7 cm upon which a layer of glassy and gemmy, light purple fluorite crystals, to 6 mm across are dripped like sugar cubes. RCL1220.
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Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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a versatile mineral with clear, milky, and colored varieties; crystal forms, formation clues, and tips for identifying amethyst and citrine.Regional guide
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