Fluorite from Hastie's Quarry, Illinois TD3974 switzerland Cubic fluorite dissolved away and

Cubic fluorite dissolved away and was replaced by calcite and iridescent pyrite

creating visually striking patterns and enhancing the gemstone's ornamental appeal

this stone is a relatively rare find

the crinoids

Fluorite from Hastie's Quarry, Illinois TD3974 switzerland Cubic fluorite dissolved away andFluorite from Hastie's Quarry, Illinois Approx. Dimensions: 3x2x2 inches Approx. Weight: 285 grams Locality: Hastie's Quarry, Hardin County, Illinois Fluorite from Hasties Quarry (Hardin County, Illinois) is a prized North American mineral because it is one of the few remaining sources of "new" fluorite from the famous Cave in Rock District. While most major mines in the area closed decades ago, Hastie's is an active aggregate quarry that produces