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Fluorite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek District, Hardin County, Illinois

 
Fluorite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek District, Hardin County, Illinois

Fluorite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek District, Hardin County, Illinois

Fluorite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek District, Hardin County, Illinois

Fluorite from Denton Mine, Harris Creek District, Hardin County, Illinois

DESCRIPTION:No. 65685
Mineral:Fluorite
Locality:Denton Mine, Harris Creek District, Hardin County, Illinois
Description:Interconnected parallel translucent purple fluorite crystals with satin luster on the crystal faces caused by microscopic crystallization patterns. Tan colored micro crystals (quartz? calcite?) are in the crevices between the crystals. Ex. D. Miller collection #M1907
Overall Size:5x2.5x2.5 cm
Crystals:10-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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