Purple Fluorite with Dogtooth Calcite – Large Cabinet Mineral Specimen | Balochistan, Pakistan

Purple Fluorite with Dogtooth Calcite – Balochistan, Pakistan

An impressive natural Purple Fluorite with Dogtooth Calcite mineral specimen from Balochistan (Baluchistan), Pakistan, featuring a striking association of geometric Fluorite crystals and beautifully contrasting pointed Calcite formations.

This substantial large cabinet specimen showcases an attractive arrangement of smoky-purple to greyish-violet Fluorite crystals, displaying prominent cubic formations with distinctive stepped growth patterns and well-defined crystal faces.

Resting naturally across the Fluorite are clusters of creamy-white to translucent Dogtooth Calcite crystals, exhibiting elongated, pointed scalenohedral formations. Their delicate translucency and reflective crystal surfaces create a beautiful contrast against the darker Fluorite.

The specimen's intricate crystal arrangement provides exceptional visual interest, combining the geometric cubic structure of Fluorite with the sharp, elongated crystal habits of Calcite. The contrasting colors, crystal shapes, and layered formations create an attractive three-dimensional display.

Measuring approximately 120 × 120 × 70 mm and weighing 1,225 grams, this substantial specimen offers an impressive presence in any mineral cabinet or collector's showcase.

Specimen Details

- Primary Mineral: Fluorite

- Associated Mineral: Calcite (Dogtooth Calcite)

- Locality: Balochistan (Baluchistan), Pakistan

- Dimensions: Approximately 120 × 120 × 70 mm

- Weight: Approximately 1,225 g (1.225 kg)

- Size Category: Large Cabinet Specimen

- Fluorite Color: Smoky-purple to greyish-violet

- Calcite Color: Creamy-white to translucent

- Crystal Habit: Cubic Fluorite with scalenohedral Dogtooth Calcite

- Category: Natural Mineral Specimens / Pakistani Minerals / Collector Minerals

Collector's Highlights

Distinctive Cubic Fluorite Crystals: Features prominent purple-grey Fluorite crystals displaying geometric cubic forms, stepped growth patterns, and attractive natural crystal faces.

Beautiful Dogtooth Calcite Association: Clusters of pointed, translucent Calcite crystals create an eye-catching contrast against the darker Fluorite matrix.

Contrasting Crystal Habits: The combination of cubic Fluorite and elongated scalenohedral Calcite offers an excellent example of two distinct crystal forms occurring together.

Attractive Three-Dimensional Formation: Intergrown Fluorite and Calcite crystals create depth, texture, and multiple viewing angles, making this specimen particularly appealing for display.

Impressive Large Cabinet Size: Measuring approximately 12 × 12 × 7 cm and weighing over 1.2 kg, this substantial specimen makes a commanding addition to a mineral cabinet or geological collection.

Pakistani Mineral Locality: Originating from Balochistan, Pakistan, a region known for producing collectible Fluorite and associated mineral specimens.

A Distinctive Addition to Your Mineral Collection

The combination of smoky-purple cubic Fluorite and creamy-white Dogtooth Calcite creates a beautiful balance of contrasting colors, crystal shapes, and natural formations.

This specimen is an excellent choice for collectors specializing in Fluorite crystals, Dogtooth Calcite, Pakistani minerals, crystal associations, and large cabinet mineral specimens.

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Add this impressive Purple Fluorite with Dogtooth Calcite specimen from Balochistan, Pakistan, to your mineral collection today.