Fluorapatite

Dara-e-Pech District, Kunar, Afghanistan

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1.7 x 1.6 x 1.5 cm

A lovely crystal of vibrant purple Fluorapatite from Afghanistan. Quality Fluorapatite specimens are always coveted, but none more so than those with lavender/purple colors, as they are so rare. Fantastic silky lustre that lets light bounce off the many crystal faces. Milky translucency, with no almost damage save for the edges, as is typical with crystals obtained through pegmatite mining. A very aesthetic piece!