Fluorite on Quartz

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This exceptional 3-dimensional specimen is simply impressive. The fluorites a re equant octohedra, and leap off the matrix at you. You could not ask for more stark contrast than this between the deep purple, translucent octos; and the minutely crystallized snow-white quartz matrix. The larger crystals are 3 inches across! In person, this is very much more 3-dimensional, as well, compared to the photos. I have seen over the last 4 years or so a steady trickle of fluorite from this locality. HOWEVER, the good ones are few, very few - and large octohedra are rare. This is one of the best, I am sure of it. It is dramatic, purple-on-white, big, and pristine. It WILL impress, in person.