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Fluorite on Arsenopyrite
- Yaogangxian Mine, Hunan Province, China
- Thumbnail, 2.4 x 2.3 x 1.7 cm
- Start Time: 02/14/2019 6:45:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 02/21/2019 6:45:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
A really attractive Fluorite specimen showing a sharp cubic crystals with gorgeous blue and purples colors, and EXCELLENT internal gem clarity. The color is captivating, and even shows slight "phantoms" on the eges. The cubes are sitting among silvery Arsenopyrite with minor beige Muscovite. For all of the Fluorite found in China, the Yaogangxian pieces are very impressive from a quality standpoint. This is a worthwhile piece to add to a Fluorite suite or a thumbnail collection. The surface of the crystals are lustrous, and the largest crystal measures 9 mm on edge. For the most part, the piece is in great shape with no major damage. China never seems to run out of interesting and attractive specimens, even when it comes to common species like Fluorite. Don't miss out.
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