Blue Fluorite on Quartz - Le Beix mine, Herment, Auvergne, France - Height: 17.8 cm - Width: 12.5 cm- 1574 g
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Blue fluorite on quartz from the Le Beix mine, Herment, Auvergne, France, weighing 1574 g and measuring 17.8 × 12.5 × 8.1 cm.
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Jewel of French mineralogy, the Auvergne blue fluorite is sought after by collectors all around the world.
Here is a stunning specimen from Le Beix mine (operated from the end of the XIXth century to 1977), arguably the most famous blue fluorite locality.
It features large glassy and transparent fluorite cubes of intense sky blue color on a contrasting white quartz carpet that coats a massive first generation purple fluorite sliver.
Both sides of the specimen display nicely, allowing the eye to contemplate the perfect cubic shape and transparency of the blue fluorite crystals, fascinatingly reminiscent of crystallized pieces of sky.
Ex Albert Chenavier's collection (former works director for the Paris public transportation company RATP in the 70's), purchased in 1978.
This specimen was professionally prepared in lab for display (no restoration nor repair).
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Ex. collection Albert Chenavier, purchased in 1978. Vacuum filled in lab (MCP).
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
Translated by Google TranslateWatch a video of this specimen by following the Vimeo link below: https://vimeo.com/815753941
Jewel of French mineralogy, the Auvergne blue fluorite is sought after by collectors all around the world.
Here is a stunning specimen from Le Beix mine (operated from the end of the XIXth century to 1977), arguably the most famous blue fluorite locality.
It features large glassy and transparent fluorite cubes of intense sky blue color on a contrasting white quartz carpet that coats a massive first generation purple fluorite sliver.
Both sides of the specimen display nicely, allowing the eye to contemplate the perfect cubic shape and transparency of the blue fluorite crystals, fascinatingly reminiscent of crystallized pieces of sky.
Ex Albert Chenavier's collection (former works director for the Paris public transportation company RATP in the 70's), purchased in 1978.
This specimen was professionally prepared in lab for display (no restoration nor repair).
Follow this link by copying and pasting it in your browser to watch a video of this specimen:
https://vimeo.com/815753941
Ex. collection Albert Chenavier, purchased in 1978. Vacuum filled in lab (MCP).
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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Main mineral
Blue Fluorite on Quartz
Mineral form
- Le Beix mine, Herment, Auvergne, France
Weight
1574 g
Origin (region/city)
Le Beix mine, Herment, Auvergne
Country of origin
France
Height
17.8 cm
Width
12.5 cm
Depth
8.1 cm
