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Fluorite

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A striking, two-sided, large cabinet specimen of intergrown, translucent, "Blanchard-blue" fluorite cubes from the Blanchard Mine of New Mexico. The cubes reach 2.2 cm and many have nice purple edges. The photo highlights the translucency and color saturations, including the purple edges. Contemporary classic material. Weighs 7.9 pounds or 3.6 kilograms.

Product details

SpeciesFluorite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions20.9 x 13.3 x 9.9 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Fluorite
Mineral guide
Learn about Fluorite
calcium fluoride with a dazzling color range, cubic and octahedral crystals, and UV fluorescence; prized by collectors for Blue John banding.
Regional guide
Fluorite from Blanchard Mine
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