Fluorite – The stone of clarity and order | Effects and uses

With a Mohs hardness of 4, Fluorite is significantly softer than quartz stones like Amethyst or Rock Crystal. Additionally, it cleaves particularly easily in four directions. This makes it susceptible to knocks and scratches. As a gemstone, it should therefore be worn with a little more care than more robust crystals, and tumbled stones or raw pieces should preferably not be placed in the same bag as harder stones.

Wipe Fluorite briefly and gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth – avoid prolonged water baths or even ultrasonic cleaners due to its softness and cleavage. Gentle moonlight is ideal for charging. It's best to avoid direct, prolonged sunlight, as some Fluorite colors may fade over time.

Real Fluorite often shows its characteristic cubic or octahedral crystal structure, especially in raw pieces. A reliable test: under UV light, real Fluorite usually exhibits a clear, often blue-violet fluorescence – this phenomenon was even named after it. The typical cleavage in four directions and the comparatively low hardness (it can be easily scratched with a steel knife) are also reliable authenticity features.