Purple Fluorite on Quartz Specimen

This Rare Purple Fluorite on Quartz specimen was mined in the Mina La Lupita Municipio Rodeo Municipality in Durango, Mexico.  The rough quartz has interesting cavities and is topped with grape like cluster formation of purple fluorite. The purple is semi-translucent to opaque and has a platy appearance.
Fluorite, also called fluorspar, is a calcium fluoride crystal with octahedral growth patterns. Fluorite comes in a variety of colors which include green, purple, white, yellow, red, pink and black. Fluorite has been found in the United States, Germany, China, and Argentina.  Fluorite is associated with clarity, mental enhancement, and improved decision making.  Fluorite is also thought to aid in reducing anxiety and confusion.