Fluorescent Zircon Crystal Cluster in Biotite Schist - Norway

This is an alluring cluster of deep red zircon crystals that are still partially embedded in the biotite (mica schist) matrix that they formed within. It was collected from Finnmark, Norway and the largest crystal measures over .85" wide. Under short-wave UV the zircon fluoresces a stunning yellow color! A photo of this specimen under short-wave UV can be seen above.

This specimen has been mounted to an acrylic display base with mineral tack.