Fluorite Mixed on Matrix Petrified Coral depending on the presence of

depending on the presence of minerals like manganese or iron during the formation of the crystals

highly variable Chalcedony spheres or roses are almost geode-like in appearance and one can clearly see the process of geode or agate formation in progress in each specimen

it is not uncommon for insects and other small animals to become trapped within tree sap

a ghost or phantom of the crystal during its formation still remaining in the interior

The name fluorite comes from its use as a flux

Fluorite Mixed on Matrix Petrified Coral depending on the presence ofFluorite is one of the most variable of all crystalline minerals, occurring in shades of blue, green, purple, red and many other colors corresponding to their physical makeup and conditions when the mineral was formed. The name fluorite comes from its use as a flux, or chemical cleaning agent, in iron smelting and other metallurgy. Pure fluorite is clear, but most specimens have vivid color due to various impurities and are often fluorescent. With a