Purple Erongo Fluorite

This listing is for the Purple Cubic Fluorite shown

Size approx  : 2 3/4"   (87g)

Locality : Erongo Mountain, Namibia

• Common Localities: Namibia (Erongo Mountain, Brandberg), China, United States (Illinois, Kentucky, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona), Mexico, Canada (Ontario, Quebec and newfoundland)
• Composition: Calcium and fluorine [CaF2]

   Fluorite is a common mineral that forms in a wide variety of geological environments. It typically occurs as cubic, octahedral, or dodecahedral crystals, and it can be found in a wide range of colors, including purple, blue, green, yellow, and colorless. The purple cubic fluorite from Erongo Mountain, Namibia is particularly prized for its deep, rich color and the clarity and perfection of its crystal structure. The crystal's color is often caused by the presence of trace amounts of rare earth elements such as yttrium and cerium.

   Fluorite has a rich history and has been used for many different purposes throughout the ages. In ancient Rome, fluorite was used as a flux for smelting metals, while in the 18th century it was used to produce hydrofluoric acid. The crystal's color is often caused by the presence of trace amounts of rare earth elements such as yttrium and cerium. Today, fluorite is still used in a variety of industrial processes, including the production of aluminum, gasoline, and uranium.