Front view of translucent green fluorite crystals on dark brown matrix mounted on a black display base

Fluorite Crystal Cluster – Rogerley Mine, England

$65.00
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Front view of translucent green fluorite crystals on dark brown matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Front view of translucent green fluorite crystals on dark brown matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Green fluorite matrix specimen shown beneath a clear acrylic display cover
  • Front view of the fluorite crystals glowing intense blue-violet under fluorescent illumination
  • Side view showing green fluorite crystals projecting from a thin brown matrix
  • Back view of the specimen showing its rough brown matrix and green crystal edges
  • Opposite side view of green fluorite crystals arranged along the edge of the brown matrix
  • Fluorite cluster displaying bright blue and purple fluorescence across its crystal-covered face
  • Front view of translucent green fluorite crystals on dark brown matrix mounted on a black display base
  • Green fluorite matrix specimen shown beneath a clear acrylic display cover
  • Front view of the fluorite crystals glowing intense blue-violet under fluorescent illumination
  • Side view showing green fluorite crystals projecting from a thin brown matrix
  • Back view of the specimen showing its rough brown matrix and green crystal edges
  • Opposite side view of green fluorite crystals arranged along the edge of the brown matrix
  • Fluorite cluster displaying bright blue and purple fluorescence across its crystal-covered face
Fluorite Crystal Cluster – Rogerley Mine, England

Fluorite Crystal Cluster – Rogerley Mine, England

$65.00

About This Specimen

This Rogerley Mine fluorite features a dense cluster of translucent green crystals across a contrasting dark brown matrix. Under UV-rich illumination, the crystals display the vivid blue-violet to purple fluorescence for which fluorite from this classic Weardale locality is especially prized.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Fluorite mineral specimen
  • Locality: The Rogerley Mine, Frosterley, Weardale, County Durham, England
  • Form & Structure: Intergrown, modified cubic fluorite crystals on matrix
  • Color: Pale mint to deep emerald green in normal light, with dark green internal zones and a blue-violet to intense purple fluorescent response under UV-rich illumination
  • Rarity: Uncommon as a locality specimen; fluorite is common as a species, while attractive fluorescent green examples from Rogerley are particularly collectible
  • Mohs Hardness: 4
  • Luster: Vitreous
  • Chemical Formula: CaF₂
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 3.8 × 1.7 × 4.7 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 34.9 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 84.3 g

About Fluorite

Fluorite is a cubic calcium fluoride mineral known for its broad range of colors, vitreous luster, perfect octahedral cleavage, and Mohs hardness of 4. Fluorescence varies between deposits and individual specimens; Rogerley fluorite is celebrated for green crystals that can show a striking blue-violet or purple response when exposed to the ultraviolet component of strong daylight or another suitable UV source.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In modern crystal traditions, green fluorite is associated with clarity, organization, renewal, and focused intention. Collectors may use it as a meditation object or as a visually engaging reminder of balance and purposeful thought. 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 upright matrix presents a rich crystal-covered face with strong contrast between glossy green fluorite and earthy brown host rock. Its dramatic change to luminous blue-violet under suitable illumination adds an interactive display feature to this compact specimen.

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