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Fluorite

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A cluster of spiky calcite crystals, on the bottom side this is posting micro crystals of alstonite and small fluorite. This is seen in the video. Some damage present as seen, quite typical of this type of calcite from the locality. This is fluorescent under longwave ultraviolet light.

Product details

SpeciesFluoriteAlstoniteCalcite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.0 x 5.0 x 5.0 cm
Added on05/17/2025
LocalityMinerva mine #1, Hardin Co., Illinois, USA

Current owner

Unknown Owner
Acquired
May 2025
Price paid
$75.00

Previous owners

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Fluorite
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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.