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

Purple Fluorite with Dogtooth Calcite – Balochistan, Pakistan

An impressive Purple Fluorite with Dogtooth Calcite mineral specimen from Balochistan (Baluchistan), Pakistan, featuring an outstanding arrangement of geometric Fluorite crystals accompanied by contrasting pale yellow to creamy-white Calcite formations.

This substantial large cabinet specimen showcases an intergrown cluster of smoky-purple to greyish-violet cubic Fluorite crystals, displaying distinctive stepped growth patterns, geometric surface details, and well-defined crystal edges.

The Fluorite forms an attractive three-dimensional arrangement of overlapping cubic crystals, creating a sculptural appearance with multiple crystal faces visible across the specimen.

Adding to its character are pale yellow to cream-colored Dogtooth Calcite crystals, including a prominent pointed crystal rising above the Fluorite near the upper center. Additional Calcite formations occur along the edges and between the Fluorite crystals, providing a beautiful contrast in color, texture, and crystal habit.

The combination of cubic Fluorite and pointed scalenohedral Calcite makes this specimen especially interesting for collectors who appreciate contrasting crystal structures and natural mineral associations.

Measuring approximately 135 × 110 × 75 mm and weighing 1,375 grams, this impressive large cabinet specimen offers excellent display presence and substantial collector appeal.

Specimen Details

• Primary Mineral: Fluorite
• Associated Mineral: Calcite (Dogtooth Calcite)
• Locality: Balochistan (Baluchistan), Pakistan
• Dimensions: Approximately 135 × 110 × 75 mm
• Weight: Approximately 1,375 g (1.375 kg)
• Size Category: Large Cabinet Specimen
• Fluorite Color: Smoky-purple to greyish-violet
• Calcite Color: Pale yellow to creamy-white
• Crystal Habit: Cubic Fluorite with pointed scalenohedral Calcite
• Category: Pakistani Minerals / Fluorite Specimens / Natural Mineral Specimens

Collector's Highlights

Prominent Cubic Fluorite Crystals: Features an attractive arrangement of intergrown purple-grey Fluorite cubes with stepped crystal faces and geometric growth patterns.

Contrasting Dogtooth Calcite: Pale yellow to creamy-white Calcite crystals provide a striking contrast against the darker Fluorite, including a prominent pointed crystal near the upper center.

Distinctive Crystal Architecture: The overlapping cubic Fluorite formations create an appealing sculptural appearance, complemented by the elongated, pointed habits of the Calcite.

Interesting Mineral Association: A beautiful natural combination of Fluorite and Calcite, two popular collectible minerals displaying contrasting crystal systems and formations.

Impressive Large Cabinet Size: Measuring approximately 13.5 × 11 × 7.5 cm and weighing over 1.3 kg, this substantial specimen makes an attractive centerpiece for a mineral cabinet or collector's showcase.

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

A Distinctive Addition to Your Mineral Collection

The combination of richly colored cubic Fluorite crystals and delicate pointed Dogtooth Calcite formations creates a beautiful balance of geometric structure, contrasting colors, and natural crystal growth.

An excellent addition to collections specializing in Purple Fluorite, Dogtooth Calcite, Pakistani minerals, cubic crystals, and natural mineral associations.

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