Front view of several purple fluorite botryoids on white quartz mounted on a black display base

Fluorite Botryoids on Quartz – Navidad Mine, Mexico

$38.00
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Front view of several purple fluorite botryoids on white quartz mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of several purple fluorite botryoids on white quartz mounted on a black display base
  • Purple botryoidal fluorite on quartz shown beneath a clear acrylic display cover
  • Side view showing purple fluorite globules projecting from the edge of the pale quartz matrix
  • Back view of the pale crystalline quartz matrix supporting the purple fluorite specimen
  • Opposite side view showing translucent violet fluorite margins against the white quartz matrix
  • Front view of several purple fluorite botryoids on white quartz mounted on a black display base
  • Purple botryoidal fluorite on quartz shown beneath a clear acrylic display cover
  • Side view showing purple fluorite globules projecting from the edge of the pale quartz matrix
  • Back view of the pale crystalline quartz matrix supporting the purple fluorite specimen
  • Opposite side view showing translucent violet fluorite margins against the white quartz matrix
Fluorite Botryoids on Quartz – Navidad Mine, Mexico

Fluorite Botryoids on Quartz – Navidad Mine, Mexico

$38.00

About This Specimen

This miniature specimen features several distinct purple fluorite botryoids distributed across a pale quartz matrix from the Navidad Mine, Mexico. Deep violet globules, subtly textured surfaces, and lighter translucent edges create strong contrast and an appealing dimensional composition.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Purple botryoidal fluorite on quartz
  • Locality: Navidad Mine, Mexico
  • Form & Structure: Rounded botryoidal to globular fluorite aggregates on matrix
  • Color: Deep purple to violet fluorite with lighter lavender edges on white to colorless quartz
  • Rarity: Common mineral species; well-defined botryoidal fluorite is a less typical and collector-desirable habit
  • Mohs Hardness: 4
  • Luster: Vitreous, locally subdued by the finely textured botryoidal surfaces
  • Chemical Formula: CaF₂
  • Specimen Size: Small Cabinet
  • Dimensions: 3.8 × 2.5 × 5.7 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 60.3 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 108.6 g

About Fluorite

Fluorite is a calcium fluoride mineral that crystallizes in the cubic system and is recognized for its broad color range, vitreous luster, perfect octahedral cleavage, and Mohs hardness of 4. Although cubes and octahedra are familiar forms, fluorite can also develop rounded botryoidal aggregates such as those displayed here.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, purple fluorite is associated with mental clarity, organization, contemplation, and focused intention. Some collectors place it in meditation areas or workspaces as a symbolic reminder of calm thought and purposeful attention. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The separated violet botryoids form a balanced, sculptural arrangement against the bright quartz matrix. Its upright presentation and strong purple-and-white contrast make it especially effective as a compact display specimen.

Exact specimen pictured. You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.

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