Fluorite (GEM quality)

Item Description

The Llamas Quarry is a lesser known Fluorite producing locality in Asturias, on the north edge of Spain along the Bay of Biscay. In 2010 and 2011 some of the finest gem quality Fluorites were discovered at stashed away by one of the locals, who compiled a beautiful suite of specimens with varying habits and colors. According to our source, no more have been found, and nobody else seems to have them for sale now. We were fortunate to obtain the entire lot of crystals at the Tucson Show last month, and we're happy to have some to offer in the auctions. There are several aspects to these specimens that make them so special. First is their impeccable quality from the standpoint of WATER CLEAR clarity along with amazingly sharp, lustrous and well-formed crystals. The main crystal on this specimen measures 8 mm and has a very light lavender hue. The accompanying Fluorites have a similar color with excellent transparency in most cases. You might think the crystals are simple cubes, but if you look closely along the edges, you will see thin dodecahedral modifying faces! So not only is the quality superb (it actually looks better than the photos might indicate), but it shows a rare crystal habit for the species. A small amount of attached Quartz makes for a nice touch. The piece is in good condition, though it is not without imperfections, as there are a few minor blemishes that keep it from being perfect. Beautiful material, a great pickup for any thumbnail collector, a Fluorite collector or somebody who appreciates fine crystallization. Don't miss out as these have not been seen for several years, and may never come out again.