Shangbao Mine, China

Blue Fluorite, Shangbao Mine, Hunan

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This is a beautiful cluster of blue Fluorite crystals from the Shangbao Mine in Hunan, China. The translucent, cubic crystals exhibit the serene and icy ‘Shangbao Blue’ color, a rare and sought-after variety. The specimen has excellent clarity and well-defined crystal form.

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Specimen details

MineralFluorite
LocalityShangbao Mine, China
Crystal systemIsometric
Chemical formulaCaF₂
Dimensions8.6 cm × 5.1 cm × 5.3 cm
Weight330 g
ColorBlue
SpeciesFluorite
SizeSmall Cabinet (2–4 inches / 5–10 cm)
ConditionNo damage on display faces

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About this specimen

This exceptional Blue Fluorite Crystal Cluster is a stunning natural specimen sourced from Shangbao Mine, China. The cluster features multiple well-formed crystals displaying excellent natural formation that makes it a standout addition to any mineral collection.

Fluorite (CaF₂) crystallizes in the cubic (isometric) crystal system with a Mohs hardness of 4. This mineral is known for exceptional fluorescence under ultraviolet light, perfect octahedral cleavage, and a wide range of colors including purple, green, blue, yellow, and colorless. Specimens from Shangbao Mine, China are particularly valued among collectors for their quality and character.

This specimen weighs 11.64 oz (330.0 g) and measures approximately 3.4 × 2 × 2.1 inches, representing a collector-grade example. Each specimen is carefully hand-selected to ensure excellent crystal development, natural aesthetics, and display-worthy presentation. Photographs represent the actual specimen you will receive.

Whether you are a seasoned mineral collector, a geology enthusiast, or searching for a distinctive natural display piece, this Fluorite specimen offers exceptional quality and visual appeal. It makes an impressive addition to a specimen cabinet, educational display, or curated mineral collection — Fluorite is prized by collectors for its vivid color zoning and phantom growth patterns, and industrially important as a flux in steelmaking and in the production of hydrofluoric acid.

About Fluorite

Fluorite is a halide mineral prized by collectors for its exceptional color range, with several world-class Chinese localities.

Learn more about Fluorite in our encyclopedia

About Shangbao Mine

Shangbao Mine, Chenzhou, Hunan — classic Chinese fluorite locality, known for purple-phantom and color-zoned cubic crystals.

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Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the exact specimen shown?

Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.

Is this Fluorite natural?

Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.

How is it packed and shipped?

Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals. A display base is included.

Can I return it?

Yes — there is a 14-day return window.

What collectors say

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Blue Fluorite, Shangbao Mine, Hunan
Blue Fluorite, Shangbao Mine, Hunan
$81.82