Fluorite-with-Spessartine, Quartz
specimen number:
2051184
location:
Wushan Mine, Tongbei, Zhangzhou, Fujian, China
description:
Beautiful green gemmy lustrous octahedral fluorite crystal 1.5 cm across sceptered nicely within this 9.5 x 6.5 x 2.0 cm granite matrix. Many intense red orange gem crystals of spessartine to 0.5 cm in size are scattered throughout. The bottom of the matrix has been shaped with a trim saw. In very fine condition, minor quartz present as well. Good fluorite from this locality was never terribly common. Shipping weight: 0.39 pounds. Ex Phil Martin collection.
Size: 9.5 x 6.5 x 2.0 cm (cabinet)
Collection: Phil Martin
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