Purple Fluorite Specimen Lupita Mine Navidad Fluorite Mexico

This Purple Fluorite Specimen represents an exceptional halide mineral from the renowned La Lupita Mine in Rodeo, Durango, Mexico—a famous locality widely recognized in the gem and mineral trade as the Navidad Mine or under the trade name "Navidad Fluorite." The stone features vivid grape-purple to magenta coloration caused by trace color-center defects trapped within the calcium fluoride crystal lattice during hydrothermal crystallization. The crystals from this region typically exhibit sharp octahedral faces or soft, rounded botryoidal clusters that display strong translucency to transparency when placed under direct cabinet lighting.

Formed in low-temperature hydrothermal veins, this raw Purple Fluorite Specimen highlights the natural geometric growth patterns of the halide mineral group. The vivid purple fluorite crystals sit atop or intergrow with a pale quartz or clay matrix, creating a stark visual contrast that accentuates the saturation of the primary mineral. Registering a standard 4 on the Mohs hardness scale with perfect four-directional octahedral cleavage, this unrefined piece captures the distinct, unaltered crystalline habits unique to this famous Mexican mining district.

Because this Purple Fluorite Specimen is preserved in its authentic raw state, each piece presents an unrepeatable arrangement of crystal geometry, matrix coverage, and purple color zoning. Many specimens from this locality also exhibit strong blue-violet fluorescence when exposed to longwave ultraviolet light, offering a dynamic display for specialized fluorescent mineral collections. Every piece is carefully packed with heavy-duty protective padding to shield the crisp crystal terminations, delicate edges, and natural matrix boundaries during transport.

Stand NOT included

Weight: 168g
Size: 3.5in x 2.5in x 1.5in
Locality: Lupita Mine, Mapimí Municipality, Durango, Mexico