{"product_id":"steinkopf-pink-fluorite-authentic-northern-cape-specimen","title":"Steinkopf Pink Fluorite – Authentic Northern Cape Specimen","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis beautiful \u003cstrong\u003eSteinkopf Pink Fluorite\u003c\/strong\u003e presents an unusually soft and delicate colour palette of pastel pink, peach and lilac, punctuated by deeper purple-violet areas within the translucent fluorite. The specimen has a broad, naturally sculptural form, with overlapping crystal growth creating gently stepped surfaces, irregular geometric faces and areas of attractive internal colour zoning.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluorite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e CaF₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steinkopf area, Northern Cape, South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange River Pegmatite Belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mesoproterozoic, approximately 1 billion years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pastel pink, peach-pink, lilac and purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Translucent to locally semi-transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intergrown and massive crystalline fluorite with prominent cleavage surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87 × 54 × 26 mm (Length × Width × Height)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for cabinet or shelf display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Steinkopf area forms part of the remarkable \u003cstrong\u003eOrange River Pegmatite Belt\u003c\/strong\u003e, a major geological province of Namaqualand renowned for its highly evolved pegmatites and diverse mineral assemblages. These pegmatites formed during the Mesoproterozoic, approximately one billion years ago, and were subsequently affected by complex magmatic-hydrothermal processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluorite is specifically documented from pegmatites in the Steinkopf region, including the \u003cstrong\u003eNorabees I pegmatite\u003c\/strong\u003e within the Norrabees pegmatite field, where it occurs alongside quartz and numerous other pegmatite minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this particular specimen especially attractive is its \u003cstrong\u003esoft pink coloration combined with darker internal purple zones\u003c\/strong\u003e. The darker areas appear to be concentrated within the larger central portions of the fluorite, creating natural variation beneath the lighter outer surfaces. When viewed from different angles, the translucent material allows light to penetrate the specimen and reveal subtle changes in tone and internal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad, relatively low-profile form also gives this piece a pleasing display character. Rather than being dominated by a single isolated crystal, the specimen showcases the way fluorite can develop as an interconnected crystalline mass, with numerous overlapping surfaces and natural cleavage planes contributing to its intricate appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e125 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a substantial yet easily displayable specimen. Its unusual pastel colour and contrasting violet zones make it particularly appealing to collectors looking for something different from the more commonly encountered green, purple or colourless fluorites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluorite has a Mohs hardness of approximately 4 and possesses perfect octahedral cleavage, so it should be handled carefully and protected from knocks or abrasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd this distinctive piece of South African fluorite to your collection and enjoy its delicate pink translucency, natural purple zoning and fascinating billion-year geological heritage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ForeverGems_SA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46652107817156,"sku":"S354","price":620.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1599\/4699\/files\/S354Fluorite-Steinkopf_1.webp?v=1789212678","url":"https:\/\/www.forevergems.co.za\/products\/steinkopf-pink-fluorite-authentic-northern-cape-specimen","provider":"ForeverGems_SA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}