{"product_id":"rare-panasqueira-masterpiece-925gr-purple-fluorite-apatite-cassiterite","title":"Rare Panasqueira Masterpiece - 925gr Purple Fluorite, Apatite \u0026 Cassiterite!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare Panasqueira Masterpiece – 925gr Purple Fluorite, Apatite \u0026amp; Cassiterite!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA legendary Portuguese locality.\u003c\/strong\u003e This stunning specimen is a classic example of why the Panasqueira Mine in Portugal is world-famous. It features a spectacular paragenesis – a natural combination of multiple minerals – showcasing vibrant purple Fluorite cubes beautifully contrasted against green Apatite crystals and lustrous, twinned Cassiterite crystals, all set on a matrix of Siderite and Quartz. A true centerpiece for the advanced collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this 925gr specimen is exceptional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconic Panasqueira combination – features the mine's most sought-after minerals in one piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid color contrast – deep purple Fluorite, rich green Apatite and metallic Cassiterite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical and rare – Panasqueira specimens are benchmarks for collectors worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvestment grade – the mine's best specimens are becoming increasingly scarce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineralogical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorite: cubic crystals in a vivid purple hue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApatite-(CaF): prismatic, translucent green crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCassiterite: twinned crystals with a brilliant, metallic luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSiderite \u0026amp; Quartz: form the matrix that anchors this mineralogical story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocality: Panasqueira Mine, Covilhã, Castelo Branco, Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-standing for easy display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent specimen condition with no damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA great example of hydrothermal mineral formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e the serious mineral collector specializing in European classics, those who appreciate complex parageneses and aesthetic beauty, and investors seeking high-quality, locality-specific specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely limited availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e specimens of this quality and combination from Panasqueira are rarely available on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFun fact: the Panasqueira Mine is over 100 years old and is renowned for producing specimens that combine many mineral species, a feature that has made it famous across the globe!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwn a piece of mining history today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NMMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55128933925201,"sku":null,"price":521.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/0075\/4513\/files\/il_794xN.7322709995_h4ix.jpg?v=1790773189","url":"https:\/\/nmminerals.pt\/products\/rare-panasqueira-masterpiece-925gr-purple-fluorite-apatite-cassiterite","provider":"NMMinerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}