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Fluorite, Minerva No. 1 Mine, Cave-In-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois - image 1
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Fluorite, Minerva No. 1 Mine, Cave-In-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois

A lovely deep purple to “blurple” fluorite specimen from the classic and historic Minerva No. 1 Mine. The internal blue “phantoms” are overgrown by purple growth zones, and scattered sulfides on or just below the crystal faces add a bit of contrast and sparkle.

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SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.2 x 4.2 x 4.3 cm
Added on11/06/2024
Known provenance
2025/11
Unknown Owner
Not disclosed
Unknown dateNot disclosed
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