Fluorite ("ice cubes") with Barite

Emilio Mine, Lorone, Obdulia vein, Colunga District, Caravia mining area, Asturias, Spain
Large Cabinet, 16.1 x 6.7 x 3.4 cm
Start Time: 08/25/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 09/01/2016 6:45:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

This mine has recently produced some beautiful Fluorite specimens with very eye-catching crystals. This piece features many attractive VERY pale silvery lilac (nearly colorless) cubes which are built along the faces creating a very ethereal appearance. The cubes are essentially WATER CLEAR and very lustrous, and simply look better in person, so don't let the photos fool you, they're really fun to view up close. The largest cube measures up to 2.0 cm on edge which is very good for the locality in my experience. Lastly, the Fluorites are associated white bladed Barites to create a very soft and elegant overall apperance. If you collect Fluorites, don't miss out on this one, as it's fresh out of the ground and is just different enough from most other Spanish Fluorites that it's worth picking up. Enjoy.

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