Yellow Chalcedony
Yellow chalcedony is a variety of chalcedony, which itself is a form of microcrystalline quartz. Chalcedony encompasses a broad range of cryptocrystalline quartz varieties that exhibit a waxy luster and […]
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Goshenite
Goshenite is a variety of the mineral beryl and is known for its transparent and colorless appearance. It is one of the several gemstone varieties of beryl, which also includes […]
Wulfenite
Wulfenite is a lead molybdate mineral with the chemical formula PbMoO4. It is known for its striking crystal formations, which are typically square or tabular in shape, and can range […]
Benitoite
Benitoite is a rare and beautiful gemstone that was first discovered in California, United States. It is known for its striking blue color and exceptional brilliance, often compared to the […]
Pezzottaite
Pezzottaite, also known as raspberry beryl or red beryl, is a rare gemstone that belongs to the beryl mineral family. It is named after Italian mineralogist Dr. Federico Pezzotta, who […]
Pectolite
Pectolite is a mineral that belongs to the silicate group. Its chemical formula is NaCa2Si3O8(OH), indicating that it consists of sodium (Na), calcium (Ca), silicon (Si), oxygen (O), and hydroxide […]
Vesuvianite
Vesuvianite, also known as idocrase, is a mineral that belongs to the silicate group. It is named after Mount Vesuvius in Italy, where it was first discovered. Vesuvianite is a […]
Australian Opals
Australian opals are unique and highly prized gemstones known for their mesmerizing play of colors and exquisite beauty. Definition: Australian opals are a type of gemstone known for their opalescent […]
Nuummite
Nuummite is a rare and unique metamorphic rock that is prized for its distinctive iridescent play of colors. It is primarily composed of two minerals: anthophyllite and gedrite, both of […]
Druzy
Druzy, also spelled as drusy or druse, refers to a particular type of mineral formation that showcases a layer of tiny crystals covering a host material’s surface. These crystals are […]
Stichtite
Stichtite is a mineral that is known for its striking violet to pinkish-purple color. It is a relatively rare mineral and is often found associated with serpentine rocks. Definition and […]
Angel Phantom Quartz (Amphibole Quartz)
Angel Phantom Quartz, also known as Angel Hair Quartz or Amphibole Quartz, is a captivating and rare variety of quartz crystal renowned for its unique inclusions and stunning visual appearance. […]