SPECTACULAR PAPIOL FLUORITE (BARCELONA) CURRENTLY THE MINE IS CLOSED, IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO OBTAIN MORE OF THIS MINERAL IN CONCRETE. PIECE PRESENTED ON WOODEN PEDESTAL THIS FLUORITE IS A PRIVATE COLLECTION THAT WE NOW OFFER FOR SALE
Fluorite is a mineral of group III (halides) that, according to the Strunz classification, is formed by the elements calcium and fluorine.
Its structure belongs to the cubic system, and is presented with cubic, octahedral and rhombic dodecahedral habits.
Fluorite exhibits physical properties of thermoluminescence and fluorescence.
In industry, it is mainly used in iron and steel metallurgy. It is used as a source of fluorine and hydrofluoric acid, and also in ceramic glazing and the manufacture of optical glass.
The beauty of the specimens makes it a mineral highly appreciated by museums and private collectors.
