Fluorite (penetration twin)
specimen number:
5092097
location:
Weardale, Co. Durham, England, UK
description:
Very neat and attractive purplish cluster of penetration twinned fluorite crystals measuring 7.0 x 6.5 x 5.0 cm in size. The faces have preferential frosting as seen. Micro-chipping is present on some of the edges, I think this in excellent condition. When viewed from the side the crystals are glassy and gemmy and show color zoning. Shipping weight: 0.63 pounds.
Size: 7.0 x 6.5 x 5.0 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: University of Arizona
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