Fluorite - Annabel Lee Mine USA

Size: 7 x 5 x 3 cm

Location: Annabel Lee Mine - Hardin Co. - Illinois - USA

incl. custom made base

This beautiful fluorite from the renowned Annabel Lee Mine in Hardin County, Illinois, USA, impresses with its abstract crystal structure and its soft, harmonious colors. With a combination of translucent yellow and intense purple zoning at the edges, it is a true work of art of nature that can be perfectly accentuated by light. A bespoke base made especially for this piece makes it an ideal showpiece for any collection.

Characteristics

• The soft yellow tone that dominates the majority of the piece is beautifully contrasted by the intense purple zoning around the edges. This play of color gives the mineral a fascinating depth.
• The piece is remarkably translucent, so that it reveals its full potential when backlit. The colors glow in warm yellow and shimmering violet, creating an elegant effect.
• The unconventional, abstract formation of the fluorite crystals lends the piece a special dynamism and individuality. 
• This piece comes with a specially made base that presents and stabilizes it perfectly. The base emphasizes the elegant shape and fascinating colouring of the fluorite.

Location

The Annabel Lee Mine is part of the famous Southern Illinois Fluorspar District, which is known for its high-quality fluorite specimens. This specimen combines the typical characteristics of the mine - delicate yellow tones and vivid purple zoning - and shows the unique geological diversity of this region.

Aesthetics

This fluorite specimen impresses with its compact elegance and the extraordinary combination of color and structure. The soft, warm yellow tones combined with the contrasting purple edges make it a visual highlight that has a special place in any collection. The bespoke base emphasizes the exclusivity of the piece and ensures that it is always perfectly displayed.

The translucency of the fluorite is one of its outstanding features. When lit from behind or from the side, the piece creates an elegant effect, allowing the colors to shine in all their intensity and harmony. It is a piece that constantly reveals new details, depending on the angle and lighting.

This fluorite from the Annabel Lee mine is a small but beautiful gem. The delicate yellow tones, the intense purple zoning and the extraordinary crystal structure make it a unique collector's item. The bespoke base makes it an elegant showpiece that will enhance any collection.

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