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Fluorite (color change crystals) (new find)
- Koh-i-Maran, Kalat District, Balochistan (Baluchistan), Pakistan
- Small Cabinet, 6.8 x 6.2 x 3.3 cm
- Start Time: 08/23/2018 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- End Time: 08/30/2018 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
Attention Fluorite collectors! From a new find in early 2017, we acquired a small parcel of these exciting Fluorite specimens from a good friend in Pakistan who tells me that these attractive and interesting pieces are coming from Balochistan, which is probably best known for it's beautiful fiery "Alpine-type" Brookite specimens. This is certainly not what one would expect from this area, but I have seen a few specimens in the hands of other Pakistani dealers, and they all say they're coming from Baluchistan. This attractive small cabinet display specimen features sharp well-formed cubes showing a rich purple color inside that transitions into nearly colorless on the outer edges. Under certain lighting conditions, the purple will actually change to pink indoors, which is rare in my experience! The best / most interesting aspect of the piece is that it shows a lovely color change from purple indoors to a fantastic blue tone in sunlight! The cubes have a beautiful "stepped" appearance and overall, the piece is in great condition, and really looks better in person. The largest cube measures 2.3 cm on edge. We will have a few more of these to offer in the coming weeks and months, and you will see colors ranging from purples, to blues to pinks to colorless and even some smoky hues! If you're a Fluorite collector, don't miss out on this eye-catching colorful specimen from an obscure new locality!
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