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Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
  • Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2
Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2

Halite with Opal (UV Reactive) #2

£29.00
Description

Unique mineral specimen from Mexico featuring clear halite crystal growth on a soft blue-grey opal matrix.

The halite forms rounded, translucent crystal structures sitting across the surface of the opal, creating an interesting contrast between the glassy clarity of the halite and the textured host rock.

Under ultraviolet light the specimen displays a strong fluorescent response, making it an especially striking display piece for UV mineral collectors.

Each piece is naturally formed and completely unique.
Geological Specifications

Mineral: Halite with Opal
Formation: Evaporite mineral crystallisation with silica deposition
Inclusions: Natural mineral impurities within halite and opal matrix
Crystal System:
• Halite – Isometric (cubic)
• Opal – Amorphous silica
Hardness:
• Halite – 2–2.5 (Mohs scale)
• Opal – 5.5–6
Locality: Mexico

Halite forms through evaporation of saline mineral-rich water, allowing sodium chloride crystals to grow as the solution dries.

Opal forms when silica-rich water deposits hydrated silica into cavities and fractures within rock.

The combination of halite and opal creates unusual mineral specimens with contrasting textures and crystal habits.

Certain halite specimens from Mexico are known to fluoresce strongly under ultraviolet light due to trace mineral impurities.
Metaphysical Properties

Traditionally associated with:

• Energetic cleansing
• Emotional clarity
• Spiritual awareness
• Removing stagnant energy

Halite is often symbolically connected with purification and clearing unwanted energy.

Opal has long been associated with creativity, emotional expression and intuitive insight.

Metaphysical information is offered for spiritual interest only and is not medical advice.

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