An exceptionally sculptural cluster of deep “blueberry” fluorite from the famous Huanggangliang Mine of Inner Mongolia, China. This specimen displays densely packed rounded fluorite formations with an almost metallic luster across the surface, contrasted beautifully by icy translucent blue-green zones near the crown of the piece. The dramatic texture and saturated midnight-blue coloration give this specimen a bold, highly aesthetic presence that feels almost otherworldly.
Unlike the sharp cubic fluorites commonly associated with many Chinese localities, Huanggangliang material developed a distinctive botryoidal to rounded growth habit that has made these specimens instantly recognizable among collectors. Under strong lighting, subtle translucency and internal color variation emerge through the darker exterior, adding depth and complexity to the specimen.
1.5” x 1.5” x 1.75”
138g
Fluorite is often associated with mental clarity, focus, and energetic balance. Blue fluorite in particular is believed to encourage calm communication, intuition, and emotional organization. Many collectors and practitioners are drawn to fluorite for its reputation as a stabilizing stone that helps clear mental “noise” while promoting concentration and creativity.
The Huanggangliang Mine produced some of China’s most recognizable fluorite specimens, particularly these unusual rounded “blueberry” formations that differ dramatically from the sharp cubic fluorites found at many other localities. High-quality examples with strong saturation, druzy associations, and sculptural aesthetics have become increasingly collectible over time.
Material from the Huanggangliang Mine has become increasingly difficult to source as mining activity at the locality has largely ceased. Fine specimens from older finds continue to gain attention among collectors due to their unique rounded growth habit and increasingly limited availability.
Rare “Blueberry Fluorite” habit
Huanggangliang Mine, Inner Mongolia, China locality
Excellent color and contrast
Good luster
Contrasting translucent blue-green zones
Increasingly difficult material to acquire
Mineral: Fluorite
Chemical Formula: CaF₂
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Vitreous to submetallic
Transparency: Translucent to transparent
An exceptionally sculptural cluster of deep “blueberry” fluorite from the famous Huanggangliang Mine of Inner Mongolia, China. This specimen displays densely packed rounded fluorite formations with an almost metallic luster across the surface, contrasted beautifully by icy translucent blue-green zones near the crown of the piece. The dramatic texture and saturated midnight-blue coloration give this specimen a bold, highly aesthetic presence that feels almost otherworldly.
Unlike the sharp cubic fluorites commonly associated with many Chinese localities, Huanggangliang material developed a distinctive botryoidal to rounded growth habit that has made these specimens instantly recognizable among collectors. Under strong lighting, subtle translucency and internal color variation emerge through the darker exterior, adding depth and complexity to the specimen.
1.5” x 1.5” x 1.75”
138g
Fluorite is often associated with mental clarity, focus, and energetic balance. Blue fluorite in particular is believed to encourage calm communication, intuition, and emotional organization. Many collectors and practitioners are drawn to fluorite for its reputation as a stabilizing stone that helps clear mental “noise” while promoting concentration and creativity.
The Huanggangliang Mine produced some of China’s most recognizable fluorite specimens, particularly these unusual rounded “blueberry” formations that differ dramatically from the sharp cubic fluorites found at many other localities. High-quality examples with strong saturation, druzy associations, and sculptural aesthetics have become increasingly collectible over time.
Material from the Huanggangliang Mine has become increasingly difficult to source as mining activity at the locality has largely ceased. Fine specimens from older finds continue to gain attention among collectors due to their unique rounded growth habit and increasingly limited availability.
Rare “Blueberry Fluorite” habit
Huanggangliang Mine, Inner Mongolia, China locality
Excellent color and contrast
Good luster
Contrasting translucent blue-green zones
Increasingly difficult material to acquire
Mineral: Fluorite
Chemical Formula: CaF₂
Crystal System: Isometric (Cubic)
Luster: Vitreous to submetallic
Transparency: Translucent to transparent
