Fluorite with Quartz - Hunan, China

Size: 11 x 8 x 8.5 cm

Location: Shangbao Mine - Leiyang Co. - Hunan Prov. - China

This remarkable piece offers a rare opportunity to experience several growth cycles of quartz, fluorite and occasional pyrite in a single collector's piece. Each of the minerals has developed in different phases and together created a fascinating interplay of different crystal structures and colours. This natural combination makes the piece a real highlight for collectors and mineral enthusiasts.

Layered growth processes of quartz and fluorite

After the quartz had finished growing, modified fluorite cubes formed on the tips of the quartz. The fluorite crystals vary in colour, from slightly bluish to almost clear forms. This natural layering offers a fascinating insight into the formation of the mineral, as each growth cycle shows its own visual characteristics.

The quartz spikes form the solid base upon which the fluorite is built. This structure gives the piece a particular spatial depth, which, upon closer inspection, reveals the elaborate growth processes of nature. The combination of the clear geometry of the fluorite cubes and the pointed, symmetrical shape of the quartz highlights the fascinating diversity of this mineral specimen.

Purple zoning in the heart of the fluorite crystals

A particular highlight of this piece is the purple zonation that appears within the fluorite cubes. These cruciform structures give the fluorites a unique optical depth and are a rare phenomenon. Such zonation occurs when the fluorite absorbs different concentrations of trace elements during its growth, which remain trapped in the crystal. This characteristic feature adds value and aesthetic appeal to the piece.

The delicate violet phantom structures contrast harmoniously with the clear and bluish tones of the fluorite crystals. These colour nuances make the piece particularly appealing and captivating, as they present themselves differently depending on the light.

Additional accents through pyrite

In addition to quartz and fluorite, scattered pyrite crystals can also be found in this specimen. These accents give the piece additional brilliance and a metallic shine that contrasts with the clear and colourful fluorites. Pyrite is famous for its metallic structure and shimmering surface. In this collector's item, it provides visual accents and perfectly rounds off the mineralogical diversity.

A mineralogical masterpiece

This mineral specimen offers a fascinating insight into the complex growth processes of quartz, fluorite and pyrite. The modified fluorite cubes on the quartz tips, the purple phantom structures in the heart of the fluorite crystals and the pyrite accents make this piece a distinctive collector's item. This piece is particularly suitable for enthusiasts of well-preserved growth cycles and will enrich any mineral collection.

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