{"product_id":"large-english-fluorite-barite-specimens-wheal-mary-ann-menheniot-cornawall-copy","title":"Large English Fluorite \u0026 Barite Specimens – Wheal Mary Ann, Menheniot, Cornwall","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRaw Fluorite \u0026amp; Barite Specimen – Wheal Mary Ann, Menheniot, Cornwall\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful, large raw fluorite and barite specimens from Wheal Mary Ann in Menheniot, Cornwall, an historic nineteenth-century mine with a wonderful place in Cornwall’s rich mineral heritage. Originally these pieces were mined out when the mine operated for tin and silver, they were later collected with permission from the land owners. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece shows the naturally wild and untamed character that makes old Cornish fluorite so special. Soft green to blue-green fluorite can be seen across the matrix, often sitting alongside contrasting barite crystals that add texture, sparkle and a lovely sense of depth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysically, this is fluorite with real presence. The combination of fluorite and barite creates a specimen that feels both earthy and magical: delicate crystal faces catching the light, rich mineral textures across the matrix, and natural colour variation that makes every piece completely unique. These are not polished or overly perfect specimens; they are raw reminders of Cornwall’s mining past, formed deep within the ground and carrying the character of an old mine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetically, fluorite is often loved for clarity, focus, cleansing and helping to bring order to a busy mind. It is a beautiful mineral to keep near a desk, study space, altar or meditation area when you want to clear mental clutter and return to a more grounded, centred place. Barite brings its own gentle but powerful energy, often associated with stillness, higher awareness, dreamwork and creating space to listen to your inner guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, fluorite and barite make a particularly special pairing: fluorite helping to organise, cleanse and focus the mind, while barite encourages calm reflection, spiritual connection and a softer opening to insight. These specimens are perfect for collectors, geology lovers, crystal workers and anyone drawn to the ancient energy held within Cornwall’s historic mines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece has its own individual form and may be suited to a cabinet, shelf, altar, desk, geology collection or crystal display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluorite with Barite on matrix\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wheal Mary Ann\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menheniot, Cornwall, England\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Historic specimen from the nineteenth century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw mineral specimen \/ natural display piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: This is a natural historic mineral specimen and will include variation in colour, crystal formation, matrix, texture, surface markings and overall shape. Natural chips, rough areas, inclusions and small areas of damage are part of the character and history of these pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach specimen will come with a locality card detailing the mineral, mine and location information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hidden Self","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54953721594178,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/0856\/5314\/files\/20260630_145721_3616e4f9-67fc-47ff-b5dc-4a1a3b4c5e30.jpg?v=1783204073","url":"https:\/\/hiddenselfcrystals.co.uk\/products\/large-english-fluorite-barite-specimens-wheal-mary-ann-menheniot-cornawall-copy","provider":"Hidden Self","version":"1.0","type":"link"}