Fluorite - Huairou, Beijing, China - Height: 26.7 cm - Width: 20.5 cm- 6500 g

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Fluorite from Huairou, Beijing, China; a large plate of blue fluorite crystals with a white deposit, weighing 6500 g and measuring 26.7 × 20.5 × 9.0 cm, largest crystal 4.0 cm.

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Watch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/1118641339/0591dce1c9

Here is a superb large specimen from the recent discoveries in the old Huairou mine near Beijing's suburbs!

It displays a large plate of crystals with deep blue colour and contrasting gravity deposit of white fluorite!

This locality has produced outstanding yellow and blue fluorite over the past 2-3 years and is already considered a new international classic for blue fluorite.

Largest crystal: 4.0 cm

Seller's Story

Cristosud, based in Lyon, France, is a dedicated team offering a curated selection of fine-quality French and international minerals, with a focus on distinctive specimens that inspire curiosity and wonder. As naturalist geologists and passionate collectors, we are continually amazed by how natural processes create highly complex and elegant structures. Within this complexity lies a captivating beauty that the human eye can appreciate. Minerals and crystals are timeless examples of natural artistry—stunning, thought-provoking, and enduring sources of inspiration that collectors can enjoy at home
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Watch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/1118641339/0591dce1c9

Here is a superb large specimen from the recent discoveries in the old Huairou mine near Beijing's suburbs!

It displays a large plate of crystals with deep blue colour and contrasting gravity deposit of white fluorite!

This locality has produced outstanding yellow and blue fluorite over the past 2-3 years and is already considered a new international classic for blue fluorite.

Largest crystal: 4.0 cm

Seller's Story

Cristosud, based in Lyon, France, is a dedicated team offering a curated selection of fine-quality French and international minerals, with a focus on distinctive specimens that inspire curiosity and wonder. As naturalist geologists and passionate collectors, we are continually amazed by how natural processes create highly complex and elegant structures. Within this complexity lies a captivating beauty that the human eye can appreciate. Minerals and crystals are timeless examples of natural artistry—stunning, thought-provoking, and enduring sources of inspiration that collectors can enjoy at home
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Details

Main mineral
Fluorite
Mineral form
- Huairou, Beijing, China
Weight
6500 g
Origin (region/city)
Huairou, Beijing
Country of origin
China
Height
26.7 cm
Width
20.5 cm
Depth
9 cm
Sold by
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Objects sold
100%
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