Fluorite

WE 2-5, 2003, August

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Location:

Summit Cleft, Weisseck, Lungau, Salzburg, Austria

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Description:

This piece was particularly exposed to the effects of water. As a result, the water etching is especially intensive; the fluorite shows deep etching gaps. Due to the intensive etching, the square structure on the surfaces is difficult to recognize. A few white barites have grown into the fluorite and shine through brightly. The largest fluorite crystal measures 7 cm in diameter. A second generation of fluorite has grown in the upper part of the piece. There are also some light purple color areas in this area.

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Size: 14 x 12.5 x 5.5 cm

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