Fluorite, Minerva No. 1 Mine (Ozark-Mahoning No. 1 Mine), Ozark-Mahoning group, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois, USA
Size: 6.5x4.6x4.6cm
Species: Fluorite
Locality: Minerva No. 1 Mine (Ozark-Mahoning No. 1 Mine), Ozark-Mahoning group, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois, USA
Description: Beautiful triple colored fluorites from Illinois are sought after by mineral collects both in the USA and internationally. The combination of sharp geometric form and intensely vibrant colors leave little else to be desired in terms of aesthetics. Upon close examination dissolution holes from dissolved baryte crystals can be seem near the base of the specimen. Additionally small crystals of sphalerite and some traces of hydrocarbons can be seen on the specimen easily confirming its location and authenticity. This specimen is labeled as coming from the Rosiclaire Level and has a historic label from the Ex. Lou Conti Collection.
Size: 6.5x4.6x4.6cm
Species: Fluorite
Locality: Minerva No. 1 Mine (Ozark-Mahoning No. 1 Mine), Ozark-Mahoning group, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois, USA
Description: Beautiful triple colored fluorites from Illinois are sought after by mineral collects both in the USA and internationally. The combination of sharp geometric form and intensely vibrant colors leave little else to be desired in terms of aesthetics. Upon close examination dissolution holes from dissolved baryte crystals can be seem near the base of the specimen. Additionally small crystals of sphalerite and some traces of hydrocarbons can be seen on the specimen easily confirming its location and authenticity. This specimen is labeled as coming from the Rosiclaire Level and has a historic label from the Ex. Lou Conti Collection.
Size: 6.5x4.6x4.6cm
Species: Fluorite
Locality: Minerva No. 1 Mine (Ozark-Mahoning No. 1 Mine), Ozark-Mahoning group, Cave-in-Rock, Hardin County, Illinois, USA
Description: Beautiful triple colored fluorites from Illinois are sought after by mineral collects both in the USA and internationally. The combination of sharp geometric form and intensely vibrant colors leave little else to be desired in terms of aesthetics. Upon close examination dissolution holes from dissolved baryte crystals can be seem near the base of the specimen. Additionally small crystals of sphalerite and some traces of hydrocarbons can be seen on the specimen easily confirming its location and authenticity. This specimen is labeled as coming from the Rosiclaire Level and has a historic label from the Ex. Lou Conti Collection.
