Coyamito Agate
Among the vast variety of agates found across the world, Coyamito agate holds a special place for collectors and gem enthusiasts due to its vibrant colors, intricate banding, and the […]
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Spessartine
Spessartine, also known as spessartite, is a mineral belonging to the garnet group. It is named after the Spessart Forest in Germany, where it was first discovered. Spessartine garnet is […]
Fire Agate
Fire agate is a unique and captivating variety of chalcedony, renowned for its mesmerizing display of iridescent colors reminiscent of flickering flames. This gemstone is highly valued for its striking […]
Quartz
Quartz is one of the most famous minerals on the earth. It occurs in essentially all mineral environments, and is the crucial constituent of many rocks. It is likewise the […]
Amethyst
Purple crystal
Turquoise
Turquoise-pyrite-quartz Turquoise, Bishop Mine, River Manganese District, Campbell County, Virginia, USA Turquoise pebble, made by tumbling the rough rock in a rotating drum with abrasive. Turquoise is a member of […]
Titanite (Sphene)
Titanite, also known as sphene, is a mineral belonging to the nesosilicate group. Its name is derived from the Titans, Greek mythological figures, due to its strong and radiant crystal […]
Jasper
Jasper is a type of mineral that is primarily composed of silica, with other trace elements and impurities giving it its unique colors and patterns. It is a member of […]
Emeralds
Emerald are a type of gemstone that belong to the beryl family, which has the chemical formula Be3Al2(SiO3)6. They are valued for their intense green color, which is caused by […]
Chalcedony
Chalcedony is a mineral that is composed of microscopic crystals of quartz. It is a cryptocrystalline form of silica, meaning that its crystals are too small to be seen without […]
Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl is a mineral and gemstone that belongs to the beryl family. It is known for its unique optical properties, durability, and various color varieties. The name “chrysoberyl” is derived […]
Desert Rose
Desert Rose stones are unique and fascinating mineral specimens that are known for their distinctive appearance and formation process. They are not a single mineral but rather a type of […]