Fluorite and Muscovite Crystal Cluster from Erongo

Earth's Palette: Fluorite & Muscovite Beauty from Erongo

Size:  66mm x 43mm x 51mm Approximately

Weight:  139 gram

This captivating specimen from the Erongo Mountains of Namibia features a delicate balance of translucent green fluorite cubes interspersed with soft lavender hues and glistening golden-yellow muscovite blades. The contrast between the glassy fluorite and the silvery sheen of the muscovite creates a visually rich and texturally dynamic piece, making it a standout addition to any collector's display.

Fluorite is a calcium fluoride mineral known for its cubic crystal habit and wide color spectrumoften formed in hydrothermal veins where hot, mineral-rich fluids deposit crystals in fractures and voids. Muscovite, a common mica mineral, forms in layered, sheet-like structures and adds a shimmering luster to mineral associations. It typically crystallizes in pegmatites and metamorphic rocks.

In the Erongo region, fluorite and muscovite crystallize together in pegmatitic pockets and miarolitic cavities formed during the intrusion of alkali granites about 130150 million years ago. The region is geologically significant, having been shaped by ancient volcanic and plutonic activity that created an exceptional environment for rare and aesthetic mineral formation.

This specimen is more than a visual treasureit's a snapshot of Namibia's vibrant geologic past.

Don't miss this opportunity to own a stunning piece of Erongo's mineral legacy!

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