The “holy grail” for Fluorite Collectors: An incredible“Alien Eye“ fluorite from Erongo Mountains, Namibia

Alien Eye fluorites are, quite simply, the Holy Grail of fluorite collecting to a lot of people.

Few came out in 2007, and then they spread far and wide, and quickly. They only come back on the market as old collections recycle, now. This unique find produced around 30 fine examples.

This specimen consists of a pair of robust, intergrown fluorite crystals that exhibit the characteristic multicolored phantoms that create the sought after „Alien Eye“ appearance.

The special thing about this „Alien Eye“ fluorite specimen is the symmetry of the cube and results in an „Alien Eye Face“ and not just the characteristic eyes. That’s why I really wanted this specimen for my personal collection. The fluorite crystals exhibit sharp cubic forms with octahedral modifications and a somewhat velveteen luster.

The crystals exhibit gorgeous, intense green cores followed by selective, darkly colored zones and an outer layer of near colorless fluorite. Under different backlights like sun, LED light or normal light you can see the different color zones in various colors.

With adequate lighting, the crystal’s color and pronounced „Alien Eye“ features stand out in dramatic fashion.

It shows easily with minimal backlighting, even in hallway lighting or held against overhead fluorescents. It particularly glows in sunlight. This crystal has no repairs nor restorations. While it is hard to value such specimens given their rarity, and particularly one of this size, normal single crystals of smaller size routinely sell in the five figures.

This specimen is in terrific condition and displays magnificently in person.

It´s the „holy grail“!

Location: Erongo Mountains, Karibib Constituency, Erongo Region, Namibi

Measures: 8.6 x 6.8 x 5.6 cm in total size

And many thanks to Laszlo Kupi from Finemineralphotography for this fantastic shot! @finemineralphotography