Size: 10 x 8 x 4 cm

Location: Elmwood Mine - Smith Co. - Tennessee - USA

incl. custom base

This specimen is an impressive example of the characteristic minerals from the Elmwood Mine. The sphalerite forms the basis of this piece and is characteristically dark and shiny, showing a fascinating reflection when exposed to light. The surface of the sphalerite is smooth and gives the entire specimen an elegant appearance. The real attraction sits enthroned on this dark, shiny base: several beautifully crystallized fluorite cubes that have grown harmoniously into one another.

At the top of the piece are three fluorite cubes that have grown together in perfect symmetry. These cubes are colored in different shades and display an impressive transparency that allows the light to shine through. The crystals have fine zonings that enhance the depth of color and range from intense to paler tones. The zoning creates a fascinating visual effect, which varies between bright and soft colors depending on the incidence of light.

At the lower end of the sphalerite, on both sides, there are further crystallized fluorite cubes. These crystals have a translucent quality and appear almost ethereal when the light shines through them. The clearly defined edges and the perfect shape of the cubes underline the high quality of this specimen and make it a collector's item.