Gemmy matrix Fluorapatite xl

Item Description

A classic, beautiful, 2.9 cm, sharply terminated, hexagonal, yellow-green gem fluorapatite crystal with frosted termination faces is exquisitely set in hematite matrix with smaller apatites on this exceptional small cabinet example from this famous iron mine. Matrix specimens of good quality are RARE, due to the blasting used to excavate the iron ore. This cutie also has patches of fluorescent neon-green hyalite opal. The crystal is very nearly pristine, with only minute bruising to the termination, which is certainly only a modest detraction. The back has been sawed to enhance the considerable display quality. A very choice matrix apatite for locale.