Fluorite or fluorspar

Fluorite is a mineral composed of calcium fluoride. This specimen displays a color palette ranging from soft purple to light green, characteristic of its natural chromatic variability. Historically, the mineral was used in the iron smelting and aluminum manufacturing industries. Pure fluorite is used in optics for the production of high-refractive-index lenses. This mineral is commonly mined in China, South Africa, and Mexico. Its popularity dates back to antiquity, where it was valued for its beauty and unique properties.

The size of this stone is approximately 3 cm.