Purple Window Phantom Fluorite Specimen, 30mm Box Fluorite from Inner Mongolia, China, Mineral Specimen Collection, h529

Purple Window Phantom Fluorite Specimen, 30mm Box Fluorite from Inner Mongolia, China, Mineral Specimen Collection, h529.

Sizes: 30mm box. You will receive the exact piece on the pictures.

Phantom fluorite from the Yindu Mine in Inner Mongolia is a truly captivating mineral specimen that collectors and enthusiasts admire for its unique beauty and rarity. This type of fluorite is known for its distinctive “phantom” features, which are essentially layers or zones within the crystal that have different colors or levels of transparency. These phantoms are formed during the crystal’s growth when a pause in the growth process occurs, followed by the resumption of growth. This process can repeat multiple times, creating a stunning visual effect of layers, much like the rings inside a tree trunk, but within the crystal itself.

The Yindu Mine, located in Inner Mongolia, China, is one of the places where these remarkable fluorite specimens can be found. The region is renowned for producing high-quality mineral specimens with exceptional clarity and color variety. Phantom fluorite from this mine often exhibits a range of colors from deep purples and blues to greens and clear/white layers. The visual appeal of these crystals is not just in their coloration but also in the intricate patterns and the way they capture and play with light.

Collectors value phantom fluorite for both its aesthetic qualities and its rarity. Each piece is unique, with its own set of phantom layers that tell a story of the crystal’s geological history. These specimens are sought after for personal collections, educational purposes, and as stunning decorative pieces that bring the beauty of the natural world indoors.