Fluorite specimen from Baluchistan/Pakistan (350g) - hand specimen with beautiful dark violet crystal structure and quartz deposits

For sale is an extraordinary collector's piece (350g), a purple fluorite.
This exquisite piece is characterized by its intense purple color, which glows and sparkles in any light source.

Fluorite is known for its stunning cubic crystal formations.

This purple fluorite is not only a visually stunning collector's piece, but also an object of significant geological interest. Fluorite is a mineral of great importance in industry and science, and this piece offers an excellent opportunity to study this fascinating substance up close.

Whether you are an experienced collector or just starting your collection, this purple fluorite is a valuable addition. It is sure to spark the interest of everyone who sees it and can bring joy for a lifetime. Don't miss the opportunity to own this remarkable piece.

Purple fluorite, also known as fluorspar or calcium fluoride, is a remarkable mineral with a variety of properties:

• Crystal structure:Fluorite crystallizes in the cubic crystal system and forms cubic crystals, predominantly cube-shaped or, more rarely, octahedral in form.
• Hardness:Fluorite is the reference mineral for hardness 4 on the Mohs hardness scale.
• Color:Pure fluorite is colorless and transparent, and gray when impure. However, it can take on almost any color through impurities, usually in weak intensity.Common are green, purple to blackish-purple, and yellow crystals.
• Fluorescence:One of the most striking properties of purple fluorite is its fluorescence.Fluorescent material has the ability to produce visible light when exposed to UV radiation.
• Chemical behavior:Fluorite is dissolved by sulfuric acid.
• Density:The density of fluorite is approximately 3.2 g/cm³.

It is important to note that the specific properties of a particular fluorite piece can depend on its exact chemical composition and the conditions of its formation.Therefore, individual pieces of purple fluorite may vary in their properties.

Origin of the name:

The name “fluorite” has its roots in industry.It comes from the use of the mineral as a flux in steel and aluminum processing.The mineral was originally called “fluorspar” by miners and is still called that today.

The discovery of fluorescence, an optical phenomenon visible under ultraviolet light, was made in 1824 by the German mineralogist Friedrich Mohs.The Irish mathematician and physicist George Gabriel Stokes named the phenomenon of fluorescence after fluorite, in analogy to the opalescence of opal.

The significance of fluorite in different cultures?

Fluorite, also known as fluorspar or calcium fluoride, has held special significance in various cultures and eras:

• Ancient Rome:In ancient Rome, fluorite was used as a flux in metalworking.
• Ancient China and Egypt:In these cultures, fluorite was revered as a gemstone and amulet.It was believed to promote positive energy and provide protection from negative influences.
• Renaissance:During the Renaissance, fluorite was used to make optical lenses.
• Modern times: Today, fluorite is popular not only for its beautiful colors and unique patterns, but also for the healing effects traditionally attributed to it in lithotherapy. It is said to keep burdensome influences at bay.

It is important to note that the significance and use of fluorite can vary across different cultures, depending on local belief systems and traditions.

Fluorite is valued in healing stone therapy for its diverse properties. Some of the attributed effects are:

• Fluorite is traditionally regarded in lithotherapy as a stone of mental clarity and has long been associated with focused attention.
• Spiritual effect:Fluorite is said to help transform negative thoughts and emotions and strengthen self-confidence and creativity.
• Balance: Fluorite is traditionally associated with inner order and clarity.
• Harmonization: In lithotherapy, fluorite is traditionally said to be able to balance the body's energy centers — also known as chakras.

Fluorite is not a birthstone, but can be used for Feng Shui. It is a good way to create positive energy in your home or office

It's worth browsing further. Our range includes malachite, tourmalines, agates, and rock crystal, among others.

With matching accessories from the shop, you can showcase this piece to perfection.

Please note that the use of healing stones is not a substitute for medical treatment, and a doctor or therapist should always be consulted for health issues.

Please note that the effects of gemstones and minerals are not scientifically proven and should therefore not be regarded as a substitute for medical treatments or therapies. These are traditions and beliefs that everyone can interpret and apply for themselves.