Front view of translucent purple cubic fluorite with violet edges and orange staining on a black display base

Fluorite Cubic Cluster – El Tule Mine, Mexico

$55.00
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Front view of translucent purple cubic fluorite with violet edges and orange staining on a black display base
  • Front view of translucent purple cubic fluorite with violet edges and orange staining on a black display base
  • Purple cubic fluorite specimen shown beneath a clear display cover on a black base
  • Side view showing stepped purple fluorite cubes above a pale translucent base
  • Reverse view of the fluorite specimen showing pale lavender material and raised purple cubes
  • Opposite side view of the pale fluorite base with purple cubic crystals along the upper edge
  • Front view of translucent purple cubic fluorite with violet edges and orange staining on a black display base
  • Purple cubic fluorite specimen shown beneath a clear display cover on a black base
  • Side view showing stepped purple fluorite cubes above a pale translucent base
  • Reverse view of the fluorite specimen showing pale lavender material and raised purple cubes
  • Opposite side view of the pale fluorite base with purple cubic crystals along the upper edge
Fluorite Cubic Cluster – El Tule Mine, Mexico

Fluorite Cubic Cluster – El Tule Mine, Mexico

$55.00

About This Specimen

This Tule fluorite specimen features a tiered cluster of translucent cubic crystals rising from a pale, cleaved base. Lavender faces, dark violet margins, and scattered rusty-orange staining give the compact piece strong color contrast and an architectural profile.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Tule fluorite mineral specimen
  • Locality: El Tule Mine, Muzquiz, Mexico
  • Form & Structure: Intergrown, stepped cubic crystals over a pale massive to cleaved base
  • Color: Pale lavender to medium purple with deeper violet crystal edges, near-colorless to milky areas, and scattered rusty-orange staining
  • Rarity: Common species; named-locality specimens have additional collector interest
  • Mohs Hardness: 4
  • Luster: Vitreous
  • Chemical Formula: CaF₂
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 4.0 × 2.4 × 3.4 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 30.1 g — mineral only
  • Total / Display Weight: 79 g

About Fluorite

Fluorite is calcium fluoride, CaF₂, and crystallizes in the isometric system, commonly forming cubes such as those displayed here. It has a Mohs hardness of 4, vitreous luster, perfect octahedral cleavage, and an exceptionally broad natural color range that makes it a longstanding favorite among mineral collectors.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, purple fluorite is associated with mental clarity, organization, reflection, and focused intention. Some collectors use it as a symbolic aid during meditation or place it in a study or creative space for its orderly cubic geometry and calming color. 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 stacked cubic crystals create an appealing skyline, while their dark violet margins stand out against the paler lower portion. Warm orange staining adds natural contrast without obscuring the translucent crystal structure.

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

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