Fluorite on Quartz specimen from the renowned and highly sought after Riemvasmaak locality in South Africa. This piece features sharply formed Fluorite crystals displaying the characteristic octahedral habit for which the locality is known, set on a contrasting Quartz matrix that enhances both colour and form. The Fluorite displays excellent colour saturation of a bright chrome green and good transparency with outer zones, creating a striking visual contrast against the bright white terminated Quartz backdrop.
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An attractive Fluorite on Quartz specimen Riemvasmaak, Northern Cape, South Africa. This piece features sharply formed Fluorite crystals displaying the characteristic octahedral habit – a trademark of this locality, as few, if any, other Fluorite occurrences look like this. Displays excellent lustre and strong colour saturation set on a contrasting terminated white Quartz creating a striking visual contrast and stunning aesthetic appeal.
Fluorite specimens from Riemvasmaak are particularly admired for their distinctive appearance, combining an unusual colour palette with crisp, geometric crystal form. The sharp octahedral habit and vibrant tones make these specimens immediately recognisable and highly sought after by collectors.
Fluorite from Riemvasmaak was first recognised in the field during the 1970s, although specimens did not enter the mineral market until around 2004, high quality examples such as this are hard to come by. The locality is notable for producing Fluorite with an almost unique colour and exceptionally sharp octahedral crystals, a combination that strongly distinguishes Riemvasmaak material from Fluorite found elsewhere. Specimens are widely regarded as among the most distinctive Fluorite occurrences in the world.
Sharp octahedral Fluorite crystals on Quartz
Distinctive colour characteristic of Riemvasmaak
Recognisable and highly collectible locality
Strong aesthetic contrast between Fluorite and Quartz
Display-ready cabinet sized
Represents a classic and instantly recognisable Fluorite locality
Excellent formation and composition representative of this find
Limited market availability compared to many Fluorite sources
Suitable for advanced collections and high-quality display
0.180kg
L 10 x W 9.5 x H 2.5cm
| Weight | 0.180 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 9.5 × 2.5 cm |
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