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Fluorite with Barite (figured)

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A superb large cabinet classic Spanish specimen with glassy gemmy cubic crystals of fluorite measuring to 4.0 cm on edge across the top of this matrix with white bladed crystals of barite. In great condition, the quality is outstanding. The specimen comes with a previous collection label as shown at the end of the video. The specimen is dated to 1981. The specimen was also figured in a publication called La Fluorite, un sido de mineria en Asturias" published in 2009. This is on page 245.

Product details

SpeciesFluorite, Barite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions21.0 x 13.0 x 7.5 cm
Added on10/25/2024
LocalitySpain, Asturias, Berbes

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
12/2024Unknown Owner$1,830.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Fluorite
Mineral guide
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calcium fluoride with a dazzling color range, cubic and octahedral crystals, and UV fluorescence; prized by collectors for Blue John banding.
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Regional guide
Fluorite from Berbes, Spain
Berbes, Asturias, Spain - classic fluorite locality famed for purple-blue cubes with violet cores, white baryte contrasts, and prized collector specimens.