Fluorite

 

Flourite from Cave in Rock Illinois

Fluorite CaF2 (Calcium Fluoride)

Sometimes called the a healing stone, this big, clear, purple specimen is highly prized. When it's exposed to ultravialte rays it's fluorescent (Fl-white, orange, blue, in the long wave). Fluorite is simi-hard (4) and has cubes, octahedrons crystal formations.


Fluorite and Calcite 6 1/2" X 6 1/2"


 

Newpaper sponcored award recieved in Aug. 				2000. Go back to the collection. Student award from University of Wisconsin sponsored program.

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