Fordite (Detroit agate)
Fordite, also known as “Detroit agate” or “motor agate,” is a unique by-product of the automobile industry. It’s not a naturally occurring stone; instead, fordite is made up of many […]
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African Jade
African Jade is a stunning green gemstone primarily found in South Africa. Despite its name, it’s not actually jade but rather a type of garnet. Its striking green hue makes […]
Silver Leaf Jasper
Silver Leaf Jasper is a type of jasper, which is a variety of chalcedony, a microcrystalline form of quartz. It is characterized by its unique patterns, which often resemble tree […]
Trapiche Emeralds
Trapiche emeralds are a rare and distinctive type of emerald characterized by a unique six-pointed radial pattern that resembles a star or a wheel. These gemstones are highly valued for […]
Cantera Opal
Cantera Opal is a captivating gemstone renowned for its mesmerizing play-of-color, which occurs due to the diffraction of light within its internal structure. Definition and Overview: Cantera Opal belongs to […]
Stolzite
Stolzite is a mineral that belongs to the tungstate mineral group. Its chemical formula is PbWO4, which indicates that it is composed of lead (Pb), tungsten (W), and oxygen (O) […]
Sesame Jasper
Sesame Jasper, also known as Sesame Creek Jasper, is a captivating variety of jasper originating from the Sesame Creek area in central Queensland, Australia. Renowned for its earthy tones and […]
Atlantasite (Tasmanite)
Atlantasite, also known as Tasmanite, is a beautiful and relatively rare gemstone that combines two minerals: serpentine and stichtite. Its name originates from the locality where it was first discovered […]
Fossil Coral
Fossil coral is essentially the preserved remains or traces of corals that existed in prehistoric times. These fossils are formed when the original skeletal structures of corals, primarily composed of […]
Purple Scapolite
Purple scapolite is a mineral that belongs to the group of aluminosilicate minerals. Scapolite is named after the Greek word “skapos,” which means “rod” or “stick,” referring to its long […]
Rainbow Jasper
Rainbow Jasper, or simply Rainbow Stone is a variety of jasper, which is itself a form of chalcedony, a type of microcrystalline quartz. Jasper is known for its vibrant colors, […]
Brecciated Jasper
Brecciated Jasper is a form of chalcedony, belonging to the quartz family. It is known for its unique appearance characterized by broken or fragmented patterns within the stone. The term […]