This extraordinary specimen, affectionately nicknamed “Willy Wonka” or “Candy” Fluorite, is a true feast for the eyes with its vibrant, multicolored formations. What makes this piece so special is its multiple generations of fluorite growth, each presenting a unique shape and color.
At its core, you’ll find exceptionally rare yellow and magenta botryoidal fluorite alongside paler, gemmy octahedral fluorite, beautifully sandwiched between layers of quartz and deep purple and green octahedral fluorite. On the reverse side, you’ll discover a cave-like formation where all these mineral types converge around a single fluorite sphere speckled with rare blue polka dots (see macro video). This piece is truly extraordinary and otherworldly, and very reminiscent of something from an alien landscape.
When first discovered, this type of fluorite was completely encased in quartz. To reveal its hidden beauty, skilled miners used a controlled acid treatment to dissolve portions of the quartz, uncovering the breathtaking fluorite within. Despite its surreal aesthetic, this specimen is entirely natural!
Origin: Wuyi county, Jinhua city, Zhejiang Province, China 🇨🇳
Dimensions: 1lb 10 oz, 5.5”x4.5”x2”
