
The name of this gemstone comes from the Latin "to flow". It was once used as a flux because it could be more easily melted than other minerals. Sources of fluorite include Argentina, Austria, France, Germany and the US (Illinois actually!)
I like this gemstone not just because it's very pretty but because it is a less expensive alternative to tourmaline. Fluorite is delicate so be gentle with your fluorite jewelry and store them properly in your jewelry box.
References
Amethyst Galleries : http://www.galleries.com/minerals/halides/fluorite/fluorite.htm
International Coloured Gemstone Association : http://www.gemstone.org/gem-by-gem/english/tourmaline.html
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