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Psilomelane

Psilomelane is a barium manganese oxide mineral, typically presenting as black or dark gray with a submetallic to dull luster. It often forms botryoidal or stalactitic masses, making it visually […]

Green Labradorite

Green labradorite is gemstone, known for its captivating play of colors, often referred to as labradorescence. This phenomenon is caused by the diffraction of light within the stone, which creates […]

Herkimer Diamonds

Herkimer Diamonds are a unique form of double-terminated quartz crystals found primarily in Herkimer County, New York. Unlike typical quartz crystals that grow attached to a host rock, Herkimer Diamonds […]

Fairburn Agate

Fairburn Agate is a unique and highly prized variety of agate known for its distinctive banding patterns and vibrant colors. Typically found in the Fairburn area of South Dakota, this […]

Enhydro Agate

Enhydro agate is a type of agate stone that contains water or other fluids trapped within its cavities or inclusions. These pockets of water are typically remnants from the stone’s […]

Rainbow Opals

Rainbow opals are gemstones renowned for their captivating play of colors, making them highly prized in the world of gemology and jewelry. These opals exhibit a stunning array of hues […]

Tube Agate

Tube agate is a fascinating, unique type of agate where you will find some outstanding tubular patterns. These patterns are formed due to hollow tubes or channels in the stone […]

Obsidian

Obsidian is an extrusive igneous rock. It is occurring as a natural glass formed by the rapid cooling of viscous lava from volcanoes. Result of this formed, glass occupies more […]

Hematite

Hematite is a mineral and a common form of iron oxide. It is known for its distinctive reddish-brown to black metallic luster. The name “hematite” is derived from the Greek […]