• The Crystalary's Fluorite from Berbes, Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain (SKU 813) emerges stunningly from its rough gray base. Against a black background, the vivid crystals vary in size to showcase their natural beauty.
  • A hand holds a striking Fluorite specimen from The Crystalary, featuring glossy purple crystals against a rough stone texture. Sourced from the Berbes Mine near Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain (sku 813), it stands out beautifully against a plain gray background.
  • A close-up of a Fluorite crystal cluster from The Crystalary (Berbes, Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain, SKU 813) showcases sharp-edged cubic formations in varying shades of purple. Nestled on a rocky base, its translucent beauty is highlighted by a softly blurred background.
  • A hand displays a rough Fluorite crystal cluster from Berbes, Ribadesella (sku 813) by The Crystalary, highlighting its jagged edges and varied shades. Set against a plain background, this gem's texture and color variations vividly stand out.
  • A hand displays a Fluorite crystal from Berbes, Spain (sku 813) by The Crystalary. Its purple and translucent hues stand out against a light brown rock matrix, set against a plain, neutral background.
  • The Crystalary's Fluorite from Berbes, Ribadesella (sku 813) features stunning purple cubic crystals on a dark rock matrix. The translucent, shiny surfaces reveal varied purple shades, beautifully lit under soft blue light.
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Fluorite- Berbes, Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain, sku 813

Fluorite- Berbes, Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain, sku 813

$55.00 USD
$55.00 USD
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Locality: Berbes mining area, Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain

Dimensions: 6.2 x 3.2 x 3.1 cm

Focal crystal with noticeable zones. Overall good condition, features deep pink/magenta fluorescence this locality is known for. Nice mini specimen with lucid cubes.

Berbes, situated in the province of Ribadesella, Asturias, on Spain's northern coast, hosts the renowned Berbes Mine. This mine has gained acclaim for its remarkable violet and blue-purple fluorite cubic crystals, often found alongside quartz and barite. Specimens from this region are highly sought after by collectors and mineral enthusiasts.

Since the 1930s, the Berbes area has seen the operations of various competing entrepreneurs and companies. However, ongoing challenges such as the deteriorating physical condition of the mine and insufficient funding have led to a decline in the availability of high-quality specimens over the decades. Despite this scarcity, the distinctive composition and captivating color of Purple Fluorite from the Berbes Mine continue to captivate collectors and mineral enthusiasts worldwide.
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