Fluorite with Quartz - SNCO 005

Measurements:  80 x 71 x 37 mm

Description:  A group of light blueish fluorite crystals, with bits of purple and hematite inclusions, with a few pale white quartz crystals, with beautiful facets. The image with blue background shows the interesting bottom of the specimen.

The only notable damage is to the sides and bottom of the specimen.

Weight of Specimen:  195.5 g

Chemical Composition:  CaF₂  (fluorite)  
                                       SiO₂  (quartz)                            

Hardness on Mohs Scale:  (fluorite)  4
                                           (quartz)  7

Location:  Orange River area, Northern Cape, South Africa.

Specimen Code:  SNCO 005