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Fluorite from Elmwood Mine, Tennessee, USA

The cube is perfectly complete on all sides, with razor-sharp edges and smooth, glassy surfaces that showcase its clarity and brilliance. The iconic Carthage corners are particularly striking, revealing intricate zoning that resembles a galaxy suspended within the vibrant purple fluorite. The depth and complexity of the zoning create a mesmerizing visual effect, drawing the eye into the heart of the crystal.


The creamy white barite adds a subtle, textural contrast, complementing the fluorite without detracting from its dominance. The Sunnywood base provides a refined, museum-quality display, elevating the specimen to its full aesthetic potential. This is a quintessential example of Elmwood fluorite at its absolute finest, a world-class specimen with unmatched visual appeal.NFS


Ex. Dr Steve Neely #571

Product details

SpeciesFluorite
Added on11/10/2024

Current owner

Robert Nacarato
Nashville, TN
Acquired
Sep 2024

Owner’s note

Purchased From Green Mountain

Member since 2025

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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.
Fluorite
Regional guide
Fluorite from Elmwood Mine
Elmwood Mine fluorite — renowned for sharp crystals with rich color bands and rare mineral associations; location access, collecting history, notable finds.
Locality guide
Elmwood Mine
Elmwood Mine, USA - premier Tennessee locality renowned for dark sphalerite, purple fluorite, amber calcite, and white barite, prized by collectors.