Front view of translucent purple stepped fluorite crystals on brown matrix atop a black display base

Fluorite Crystal Cluster – El Tule Mine, Mexico

$45.00
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Front view of translucent purple stepped fluorite crystals on brown matrix atop a black display base
  • Front view of translucent purple stepped fluorite crystals on brown matrix atop a black display base
  • Purple fluorite crystal specimen presented inside a clear display case on a black base
  • Side view showing pale purple fluorite crystals attached to a rough brown matrix
  • Back view of the specimen showing rough tan-brown matrix bordered by pale purple fluorite
  • Rear angled view showing lavender fluorite, deeper purple stepped edges, and contrasting matrix
  • Front view of translucent purple stepped fluorite crystals on brown matrix atop a black display base
  • Purple fluorite crystal specimen presented inside a clear display case on a black base
  • Side view showing pale purple fluorite crystals attached to a rough brown matrix
  • Back view of the specimen showing rough tan-brown matrix bordered by pale purple fluorite
  • Rear angled view showing lavender fluorite, deeper purple stepped edges, and contrasting matrix
Fluorite Crystal Cluster – El Tule Mine, Mexico

Fluorite Crystal Cluster – El Tule Mine, Mexico

$45.00

About This Specimen

This Tule fluorite specimen from the El Tule Mine displays a compact arrangement of translucent purple crystals on contrasting brown matrix. Stepped cubic growth across the principal faces creates a geometric, layered appearance, while variations from pale lavender to deeper violet add visual depth.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Tule fluorite mineral specimen
  • Locality: El Tule Mine, Muzquiz, Mexico
  • Form & Structure: Intergrown, stepped cubic fluorite crystals on matrix
  • Color: Pale lavender to medium and deep violet-purple, with tan-brown matrix and minor orange-brown surface staining
  • Rarity: Common as a mineral species; collector interest is enhanced by the specific El Tule locality and well-defined crystal growth
  • Mohs Hardness: 4
  • Luster: Vitreous
  • Chemical Formula: CaF₂
  • Specimen Size: Miniature
  • Dimensions: 2.4 × 4.0 × 3.3 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 25.1 g — mineral only
  • Total / Display Weight: 73.2 g

About Fluorite

Fluorite is a calcium fluoride mineral with the formula CaF₂ and a Mohs hardness of 4. It crystallizes in the cubic system and is particularly valued by collectors for its geometric crystal forms, broad color range, vitreous luster, and perfect octahedral cleavage.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal traditions, purple fluorite is associated with mental organization, reflection, meditation, and setting clear intentions. Its orderly cubic forms also make it a popular symbolic choice for focus and structure in personal spaces. 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 specimen offers strong contrast between translucent violet fluorite and earthy matrix, with overlapping stepped cubes providing an architectural front display. Its compact miniature size and fitted presentation make it well suited to a curated locality or fluorite collection.

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

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