Oregon Sunstone
Oregon Sunstone is a unique variety of feldspar gemstones known for their captivating play-of-color, ranging from golden hues to fiery reds and oranges. These gemstones derive their name from the […]
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Turquoise Howlite
Turquoise Howlite is a captivating gemstone renowned for its striking resemblance to natural turquoise. However, it’s important to note that Turquoise Howlite is not a genuine turquoise stone; instead, it […]
Pink Sunstone
Pink Sunstone is a type of feldspar, characterized by its pink to reddish-pink coloration and the presence of reflective inclusions that give it a sparkling effect known as aventurescence. It […]
Aragonite Star Clusters
Aragonite is a mineral that belongs to the carbonate mineral group, and it is a polymorph of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). In other words, aragonite shares the same chemical composition as […]
Peruvian Opal
Peruvian opal is a type of opal found in Peru, known for its distinctive and vibrant colors ranging from opaque blues, greens, pinks, and purples to translucent hues with a […]
Tiger Iron
Tiger Iron is a metamorphic rock composed mainly of tiger’s eye, red jasper, and black hematite. It’s admired for its remarkable bands of color and lustrous finish, which make it […]
Ceruleite
Ceruleite is a beautiful and relatively rare mineral that belongs to the secondary copper mineral group. It is known for its stunning blue color and is often sought after by […]
Ouro Verde Quartz
Ouro Verde Quartz is a striking and rare variety of quartz known for its vibrant greenish-yellow coloration. This gemstone is treasured for its unique beauty and is highly sought after […]
Malaya Garnet
Malaya Garnet, also known simply as “Malaya,” is a unique and relatively rare gemstone that has gained recognition in the world of colored gemstones. It is highly regarded for its […]
Blue John
Blue John is a rare and highly valued mineral found only in the Blue John Cavern and Treak Cliff Cavern in Castleton, Derbyshire, England. It is a form of fluorspar, […]
Andamooka Opal
Andamooka Opal is a unique variety of opal found in the Andamooka region of South Australia. It’s renowned for its vibrant and striking colors, ranging from brilliant flashes of red, […]
Kakortokite
Kakortokite is a rare igneous rock primarily composed of perthitic microcline feldspar with minor amounts of other minerals such as nepheline, sodalite, and/or eudialyte. It typically forms in alkaline intrusions, […]