Published. Documented. Legendary

Published. Documented. Legendary.

This incredible fluorite from the famed Denton Mine in the Kentucky–Illinois Fluorspar District isn’t just collector-grade… it’s part of the literature. Featured in Collector’s Guide to Fluorite by Arvid Eric Pasto (page 49), this piece stands as a true reference example of what makes Denton material so iconic.

Electric golden-yellow fluorite forms the core, glowing with that unmistakable Cave-in-Rock warmth, while razor-sharp, glassy purple cubes sit perfectly on the face—creating that bold, high-contrast zoning that collectors chase. The form is everything here: balanced, sculptural, and incredibly aesthetic from every angle.

The Denton Mine, operated by Ozark-Mahoning until its closure in 1994, produced some of the most vividly colored and sharply zoned fluorites ever discovered. Pieces like this represent the golden era of American fluorite mining—where color, clarity, and crystal architecture all came together at the highest level.

But to have one that’s published… that’s a different tier entirely. It means this specimen isn’t just beautiful—it’s recognized, documented, and cemented in the history of the mineral world. A true benchmark piece for any serious fluorite collector.

Fluorite lovers… this is the kind that defines a collection.

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