A crystal or crystalline solid is a solid material whose constituents, such as atoms, molecules or ions, are arranged in a highly ordered microscopic structure, forming a crystal lattice that extends in all directions. In addition, macroscopic single crystals are usually identifiable by their geometrical shape, consisting of flat faces with specific, characteristic orientations.
These fluorite crystals are not only a deep purple with nearly perfect structure, but they are also the ONLY Fluorite that fluoresces red.
This combination is very unique from the famous topaz area in Utah. The pseudo-morph of hematite after garnet with topaz and bixbyite is all together ...
Location: Maynard's Claim, Thomas Range, Juab County, Utah
Location: Alpine, California
Location: Clifty Falls State Park, Madison, Jefferson Co., Indiana
Location: Mibladen Mine, Mibladen, Midelt, Khenifra Province, Meknes-Tafilalet Region, Morocco
Location: LA Libertad Mine, Quiruvilca Dist., Santiago De Chuco Province, La Libertad Dept., Peru