{"product_id":"fluorite-with-apatite-and-pyrite-sweet-home-mine-mount-bross-park-county-colorado","title":"Fluorite with Apatite and Pyrite – Sweet Home Mine, Mount Bross, Park County, Colorado","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional Fluorite, Apatite, and Pyrite specimen from the legendary Sweet Home Mine in Park County, Colorado. Widely regarded as one of the most important mineral localities in North America, the Sweet Home Mine is famous for producing world-class collector specimens renowned for their crystal quality, rarity, and aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis specimen features the classic association of fluorite, apatite, and pyrite that has made the Sweet Home Mine a celebrated name among mineral collectors worldwide. The combination of lustrous pyrite, colorful fluorite, and well-formed apatite crystals creates an attractive and highly collectible display piece from one of Colorado's most famous mining localities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUV Reactive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated minerals on this specimen exhibit UV reactivity, adding an additional dimension of interest for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Fluorite, Apatite, and Pyrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet Home Mine locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount Bross, Park County, Colorado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld-famous collector locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional mineral association\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric Colorado provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV reactive minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector-quality display specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineral Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFluorite\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e CaF₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isometric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOften exhibits attractive color zoning and transparency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApatite\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ca₅(PO₄)₃(F,Cl,OH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hexagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly forms prismatic crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly collectible accessory mineral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePyrite\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormula:\u003c\/strong\u003e FeS₂\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Isometric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic brass-yellow luster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOften forms sharp cubic crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollectors Value Sweet Home Mine Specimens For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric and world-renowned locality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional crystal quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong collector demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum-level provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Colorado mineral heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive multi-mineral associations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Features May Include\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparent to translucent fluorite crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrismatic apatite crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic pyrite crystal clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor zoning within fluorite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-generational crystal growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContrasting crystal textures and lusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSweet Home Mine, Mount Bross, Park County, Colorado, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 144g\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sweet Home Mine is considered one of the most significant mineral localities ever discovered in the United States. Although best known for producing world-famous rhodochrosite specimens, the mine also yielded remarkable fluorite, apatite, pyrite, tetrahedrite, quartz, and numerous other collectible species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecimens from the Sweet Home Mine are highly sought after because production ceased years ago, making quality examples increasingly difficult to acquire. Material from this locality often commands strong premiums due to its reputation and historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors of Colorado minerals, classic American localities, and fine crystallized specimens regard Sweet Home Mine pieces as cornerstone additions to advanced collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42430047125586,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/Fluorite.png?v=1780191062","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/fluorite-with-apatite-and-pyrite-sweet-home-mine-mount-bross-park-county-colorado","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}