A striking combination of brilliant color, metallic luster, and natural crystal formations, this exceptional Fluorite on Galena with Pyrite specimen comes from the Atacocha Mine in Peru's legendary Cerro de Pasco mining region.
Vivid emerald-green fluorite crystals rise from a richly textured matrix of silver galena, accented by lustrous, golden pyrite crystals. The translucent fluorite reveals intricate internal features and glassy crystal faces, creating a remarkable contrast against its metallic companions. Under ultraviolet light, the green fluorite transforms with brilliant blue fluorescence, adding an entirely different dimension to this captivating specimen.
The combination of saturated green fluorite, sharply defined pyrite crystals, and contrasting metallic galena makes this a distinctive addition to any serious mineral collection. Beautiful under natural lighting and equally fascinating under UV illumination, this specimen celebrates the extraordinary diversity of Peru's mineral treasures.
Dimensions: 3 × 2.75 × 2 inches
Weight: 477 grams
Locality: Atacocha Mine, Atacocha Mining District, Cerro de Pasco, Pasco Province, Peru
Fluorite: Traditionally associated with mental clarity, concentration, and emotional balance. Green fluorite is especially connected with renewal, personal growth, and harmony.
Galena: Considered a grounding mineral in crystal traditions, galena is associated with stability, self-reflection, and inner strength.
Pyrite: Often called Fool's Gold, pyrite symbolizes confidence, prosperity, motivation, and protection. It is frequently associated with determination and positive action.
Together, these minerals are traditionally believed to encourage grounded thinking, renewed focus, and confidence. These associations are spiritual traditions rather than scientifically established effects.
The Atacocha mining district in Peru's Andes has produced remarkable mineral associations, including intensely colored fluorite accompanied by metallic sulfide minerals. These specimens became particularly sought after following discoveries of vividly colored fluorite beginning around 2020.
One of this specimen's most fascinating features is its blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light. Fluorescence occurs when certain impurities or structural features within a mineral absorb ultraviolet energy and release part of that energy as visible light. Not all fluorite fluoresces equally, making this dramatic transformation particularly appealing to collectors.
Another fascinating detail is the coexistence of galena and pyrite. Although both have metallic lusters, galena contains lead and sulfur, while pyrite contains iron and sulfur. Their contrasting silver-gray and golden appearances create a naturally dramatic backdrop for the vivid green fluorite.
The Atacocha region is particularly well known among collectors for fluorite with pronounced crystal geometry, rich coloration, and contrasting mineral associations.
Vivid emerald-green, translucent fluorite crystals
Brilliant blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light
Natural association of fluorite, galena, and pyrite
Excellent color
High contrast
Brilliant luster
Rare
Fluorite
Mineral: Fluorite
Chemical Formula: CaF₂
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Vitreous
Transparency: Transparent to translucent
Mohs Hardness: 4
Streak: White
Cleavage: Perfect octahedral
Specific Gravity: Approximately 3.18
Crystal Habit: Modified cubic and octahedral crystal forms
Special Property: Blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light
Galena
Mineral: Galena
Chemical Formula: PbS
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Metallic
Transparency: Opaque
Mohs Hardness: 2.5–2.75
Streak: Lead-gray
Cleavage: Perfect cubic
Specific Gravity: 7.4–7.6
Crystal Habit: Cubic crystals, intergrowths, and crystalline aggregates
Pyrite
Mineral: Pyrite
Chemical Formula: FeS₂
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Metallic
Transparency: Opaque
Mohs Hardness: 6–6.5
Streak: Greenish-black to brownish-black
Cleavage: Indistinct
Specific Gravity: Approximately 5.0
Crystal Habit: Cubic crystals, pyritohedrons, and crystalline aggregates
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A striking combination of brilliant color, metallic luster, and natural crystal formations, this exceptional Fluorite on Galena with Pyrite specimen comes from the Atacocha Mine in Peru's legendary Cerro de Pasco mining region.
Vivid emerald-green fluorite crystals rise from a richly textured matrix of silver galena, accented by lustrous, golden pyrite crystals. The translucent fluorite reveals intricate internal features and glassy crystal faces, creating a remarkable contrast against its metallic companions. Under ultraviolet light, the green fluorite transforms with brilliant blue fluorescence, adding an entirely different dimension to this captivating specimen.
The combination of saturated green fluorite, sharply defined pyrite crystals, and contrasting metallic galena makes this a distinctive addition to any serious mineral collection. Beautiful under natural lighting and equally fascinating under UV illumination, this specimen celebrates the extraordinary diversity of Peru's mineral treasures.
Dimensions: 3 × 2.75 × 2 inches
Weight: 477 grams
Locality: Atacocha Mine, Atacocha Mining District, Cerro de Pasco, Pasco Province, Peru
Fluorite: Traditionally associated with mental clarity, concentration, and emotional balance. Green fluorite is especially connected with renewal, personal growth, and harmony.
Galena: Considered a grounding mineral in crystal traditions, galena is associated with stability, self-reflection, and inner strength.
Pyrite: Often called Fool's Gold, pyrite symbolizes confidence, prosperity, motivation, and protection. It is frequently associated with determination and positive action.
Together, these minerals are traditionally believed to encourage grounded thinking, renewed focus, and confidence. These associations are spiritual traditions rather than scientifically established effects.
The Atacocha mining district in Peru's Andes has produced remarkable mineral associations, including intensely colored fluorite accompanied by metallic sulfide minerals. These specimens became particularly sought after following discoveries of vividly colored fluorite beginning around 2020.
One of this specimen's most fascinating features is its blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light. Fluorescence occurs when certain impurities or structural features within a mineral absorb ultraviolet energy and release part of that energy as visible light. Not all fluorite fluoresces equally, making this dramatic transformation particularly appealing to collectors.
Another fascinating detail is the coexistence of galena and pyrite. Although both have metallic lusters, galena contains lead and sulfur, while pyrite contains iron and sulfur. Their contrasting silver-gray and golden appearances create a naturally dramatic backdrop for the vivid green fluorite.
The Atacocha region is particularly well known among collectors for fluorite with pronounced crystal geometry, rich coloration, and contrasting mineral associations.
Vivid emerald-green, translucent fluorite crystals
Brilliant blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light
Natural association of fluorite, galena, and pyrite
Excellent color
High contrast
Brilliant luster
Rare
Fluorite
Mineral: Fluorite
Chemical Formula: CaF₂
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Vitreous
Transparency: Transparent to translucent
Mohs Hardness: 4
Streak: White
Cleavage: Perfect octahedral
Specific Gravity: Approximately 3.18
Crystal Habit: Modified cubic and octahedral crystal forms
Special Property: Blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light
Galena
Mineral: Galena
Chemical Formula: PbS
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Metallic
Transparency: Opaque
Mohs Hardness: 2.5–2.75
Streak: Lead-gray
Cleavage: Perfect cubic
Specific Gravity: 7.4–7.6
Crystal Habit: Cubic crystals, intergrowths, and crystalline aggregates
Pyrite
Mineral: Pyrite
Chemical Formula: FeS₂
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Metallic
Transparency: Opaque
Mohs Hardness: 6–6.5
Streak: Greenish-black to brownish-black
Cleavage: Indistinct
Specific Gravity: Approximately 5.0
Crystal Habit: Cubic crystals, pyritohedrons, and crystalline aggregates
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