A remarkable example of complex crystallization from the celebrated 'Fairy Holes Pocket.' This specimen transcends the standard color profile of the Lady Annabella Mine, featuring sharp cubes with distinct blue-to-forest-green zoning, a visual testament to the shifting geochemistry of the Weardale hydrothermal fluids. Most significantly, this piece hosts a rare 'Quartz Phantom' within a primary crystal, where a fully formed quartz point was engulfed by the advancing fluorite growth. We selected this specimen for these rare internal narratives, offering the collector both the electric 'daylight fluorescence' of the UK and a sophisticated window into the mechanics of mineral par agenesis.
SPECIMEN DETAILS Mineralogy: Zoned Fluorite on Quartz Special Features: Internal Quartz Phantom & Blue/Green Color Zoning Dimensions: 6.1 x 5.5 x 5.3 cm (2.4 x 2.2 x 2.1 inches) Weight: 160g (5.6 oz) Optical Profile: High Luster / Strong Daylight Fluorescence Locality:Fairy Holes Pocket, Lady Annabella Mine, Weardale, County Durham, England, UK
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Note: Each piece is handpicked for quality and uniqueness.
