Fluorite (GEMMY twins)

Item Description

The attractive and well-known contemporary Fluorite specimens from the Diana Maria Mine inside the Rogerley Mine (Quarry) are some of the most recognized examples of the species ever found. Collectors are lucky to have a wealth of good specimens that have come out over the last couple decades from this prestigious lead and iron mining district. Mining in the area dates back to the 13th century! The vivid green color combined with the textbook cubic crystallization and showy display specimens make them highly desirable for collectors. This piece features a coverage sharp, lustrous, well-formed, beautiful green color, cubic crystals measuring up to 1.0 cm on edge, on matrix. The majority of the crystals are virtually WATER-CLEAR in clarity. The crystals show purple daylight fluorescence in sunlight, like many crystals from this locality. Many of the crystals show the classic penetration twinning habit for which this material is known. Very little damage, though there are a few rough spots here and there. Overall a lovely example of these fantastic Fluorites.