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Fluorite on Quartz from Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

 
Fluorite on Quartz from Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

Fluorite on Quartz from Ajanta, Maharashtra, India

DESCRIPTION:No. 29047
Mineral:Fluorite on Quartz
Locality:Ajanta, Maharashtra, India
Description:Hemispherical crystal aggregate 3 cm diameter of translucent, golden fluorite (undamaged) with sugary apophyllite microcrystals on the surfaces. One zone in the hemisphere has a lighter color that appears to be due to inclusions of another mineral.
Overall Size:9x7x3 cm
Crystals:2-5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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