Large Fluorite (2 generations - rare 2016 find)

Item Description

Gorgeous, gemmy and lustrous, rich emerald-green fluorite octahedrons, to 3.3 cm, on edge cover this impressive and colorful large plate from a small 2016 find at a very obscure locality in Zhejiang Province, China. The octos are dramatically and preferentially coated with scattered secondary overgrowths of purplish-gray, frosted, stepped-growth fluorite cuboctahedrons and cubes. This is a striking, richly colored and sculptural large combination fluorite from the find. The octos remind me of outstanding emerald-green fluorites from Riemasvaak, South Africa. The emerald-green hue is even richer on this amazing piece. They octos GLOW, when backlit. Rich purple fluorescence. Pristine, except for the acceptable periphery wear. The back has been sawed to enhance the fine display quality. Outstanding quality fluorite from the find. Fairly valued at $1000-1500.