Liddicoatite is a fascinating mineral that belongs to the extensive tourmaline group. This gemstone is chemically classified as a calcium-rich lithium aluminum borosilicate. The characteristic that distinguishes liddicoatite from other […]
Pink rhodochrosite is a beautiful gemstone known for its delicate pink hue and unique patterns. It is a manganese carbonate mineral with the chemical formula MnCO3. Rhodochrosite belongs to the […]
Fire quartz is a captivating variety of quartz distinguished by its fiery appearance, often due to inclusions of hematite or goethite. These inclusions create a mesmerizing play of light, resembling […]
Ekanite is a silicate mineral with a chemical composition typically expressed as Ca2ThSi8O20Ca2ThSi8O20. It is often found as a tetragonal crystal system but is usually metamict due to the radioactive […]
Chocolate opal is a variety of the common opal, distinguished by its rich, dark brown color that often resembles the hue of chocolate. Like other opals, it is a form […]
Yowah Opal is a type of precious opal found specifically in the Yowah opal fields, located in Queensland, Australia. These opals are renowned for their unique patterns and striking color […]
Coober Pedy, an intriguing town nestled in the arid outback of South Australia, is renowned worldwide as the “Opal Capital of the World.” Its name, derived from the local Aboriginal […]
Golden beryl holds a unique place within the beryl family due to its relatively rare occurrence and the striking coloration that can range from pale yellow to a rich, golden […]
Baltic amber is a fossilized resin derived from ancient trees, primarily conifers, which thrived millions of years ago in the region that is now known as the Baltic Sea. It […]
Lemurian Jade is a type of jade that is known for its unique green coloration and distinctive patterns. It is named after the mythical lost land of Lemuria, which is […]
Lava stone is a type of igneous rock formed from the rapid cooling of lava that is rich in magnesium and iron. This cooling typically happens at or near the […]
Thulite is a variety of the mineral zoisite known for its striking pink color. The pink hue is primarily due to manganese ions replacing calcium in the mineral’s structure. In […]