Fluorite (strong color) on Quartz

Item Description

The Huanggang Mine in Inner Mongolia is a tin-iron skarn deposit that over the last couple decades has become famous for producing excellent crystallized mineral specimens. This mine has given collectors some amazing Fluorites over the years, which are incredibly diverse in their styles, habits and colors. This particular piece is from the well-known discovery in 2014 which produced these incredibly distinctive crystals that have the richest deep blue shade I can remember from any locality in China. The saturation is so deep that the crystals can almost look black in certain lighting. In addition to the intense color, the morphology of the crystals themselves is captivating showing a combination of cubic faces with dodecahedron bevels, but they are also slightly curved (almost rounded) in areas, creating a habit that is quite unusual for the species. Additionally, there are some negative / indented faces on certain crystal, so there's almost a cavernous appearance to them as well! A real treat for any fan of crystal habits. When backlit, the crystals GLOW with color, showing an electric blue shade that is seldom seen in this strengh in Fuorite. The crystals measure up to 1.7 cm, and are sitting atop stark white prismatic Quartz crystals. No major damage, outside of the periphery where the piece was separated from the pocket wall. A really attractive example of these singular Fluorites from this prolific speicmen-producing locale.