{"product_id":"fluorite-purple-botryoidal-navidad-mine-mexico","title":"Fluorite – Purple Botryoidal, Navidad Mine, Mexico","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis purple fluorite specimen from the Navidad Mine displays a prominent cluster of rounded, botryoidal aggregates with stepped crystalline surfaces. Deep violet-purple fluorite covers the principal display face and continues around the pale matrix, producing attractive color contrast from several viewing angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral \/ Specimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple botryoidal fluorite specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Navidad Mine, Rodeo Municipality, Durango, Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded botryoidal aggregates with stepped cubic growth on matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep violet to lavender-purple fluorite against a white to cream matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon as a locality-specific botryoidal display specimen; fluorite as a mineral species is common\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous, with locally frosted surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e CaF₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small Cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.0 × 3.4 × 5.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 78.5 g — mineral specimen only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal \/ Display Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 128.0 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout Fluorite\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFluorite is a calcium fluoride mineral, CaF₂, belonging to the isometric crystal system and defining hardness 4 on the Mohs scale. It commonly forms cubic or octahedral crystals, but it can also develop rounded and botryoidal aggregates; its perfect octahedral cleavage and wide range of colors make it a longstanding collector favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Metaphysical Associations\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn modern crystal traditions, purple fluorite is associated with mental organization, reflection, focused intention, and meditation. These associations are spiritual and symbolic rather than scientifically demonstrated. \u003cem\u003eMetaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy This Specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe piece offers a bold front-facing concentration of violet fluorite with rounded outlines, layered surface texture, and a contrasting pale matrix. Additional purple areas visible around the sides give it appeal beyond a single display angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact specimen pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mineral Treasury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406921228655,"sku":"MT-0091","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7563\/6335\/files\/purple-botryoidal-fluorite-front.jpg?v=1788233398","url":"https:\/\/mineraltreasury.com\/products\/fluorite-purple-botryoidal-navidad-mine-mexico","provider":"Mineral Treasury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}