Fluorite

Fluorite From India 2.18 CT 

Fluorite from India is highly prized by mineral collectors and lapidary artists. It is most famous for its rare and distinct botryoidal (grape-like or spherical) crystal habits, unique coloration, and fascinating natural fluorescence. 

Key Localities & Varieties

• Mahodari (Maharashtra): World-renowned for incredibly rare yellow and amber botryoidal fluorite. These specimens often form on top of quartz, chalcedony, or amethyst, and are affectionately nicknamed "fried egg" crystals due to their appearance.
• Madhya Pradesh: Famous for yielding rich olive-green botryoidal fluorite that forms dramatic globes over crystal matrices.
• Rajasthan (Ajmer): Known to produce stunning clusters featuring translucent, octahedral purple fluorite crystals resting on quartz. 

Notable Features

• Crystal Habit: While fluorite typically forms sharp cubes or octahedrons globally, Indian fluorite is unique for its smooth, undulating spherical mounds. 
• Fluorescence: Many of the yellow and green specimens from the Deccan Traps exhibit vibrant, glowing reactions under ultraviolet (UV) light. 
• Enhancement: Due to fragile calcified or clay coatings, some yellow botryoidal specimens undergo gentle acid cleaning or minor sculpting to best reveal the natural, smooth aesthetics.