Kansas may not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of gem mining, but our state is actually home to some amazing spots that offer the chance to
Helix Ramondi (land snail) epigenised in blue Lussatite Opal-CT - Dallet, Puy-de-Dôme, France
Bumble Bee in Amber
Fantastic Iridescent Hematite with Quartz Crystals -- A rare find from Rio Matina, Elba Island, Italy -> Gems & Geology of the Globe
Michigan’s Rocks and Fossil Identification Card / 4x9 Photo of Rocks & Minerals / Rock Collection / Great Lakes Geology Informational Guide We're excited to share with you our Great Lakes Rocks and Fossil identification card This colorful informational guide is 4x9in and comes on high quality paper with a gloss finish. The ID card contains 20 rocks/minerals & fossils which is designed to represent what you will find when you travel the shores of The Great Lakes There are many rocks/minerals & fossils that "The Great Lakes" has to offer...with that in mind, we narrowed it down to the ones we find most often Each rock/mineral or fossil has been personally handpicked from one of the Great Lakes, tumbled and Polished to attain their natural color. We then photographed each rock/mineral or fossil to achieve the very best representation each one has to offer Since we love rocks & fossils so much at The Mitten Gems, we hope this ID card will be helpful on your next adventure:) *This product ships in an envelope with tracking*
Pyrite on Quartz - Wheal Jane, Kea, Cornwall, England
Goethite - Tharsis, Alosno, Huelva, Andalusia, Spain
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In this ultimate guide to fluorite, you'll learn what fluorite is and how to find it. Some of the tips for finding fluorite include where to go...
Crystals have captivated people for centuries. Their beauty, rarity, and the energy they possess make them a prized possession for many collectors. However, a q
Dioptase on Calcite with Conichalcite inclusions - Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia
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Polished limestone from Marston Magna, U.K. with a calcite vein which runs across the fossil. This piece shows many cross-sections of ammonites (Promicroceras marsdonensis). Jurassic period, approxim…
These are pictures of different types of crystals of elements, minerals, and compounds. Some crystals can be grown, while others are found in nature.
We can only guess what the future will look like. But the past? We have evidence to help us paint a picture of it. To visit it.
In all of Texas there are a wide range of gems and minerals and fossils. Check out the Rarest Gems & Minerals in Texas .. Check It Now
Quartz, Calcite, Pyrite and Sphalerite - Trepca Complex, Trepca Valley, Kosovska Mitrovica, Kosovo
Looking to explore the United States and discover opal? Look no further! This article highlights five of the best opal hotspots in the country. From the breathtaking landscapes of Nevada to the striking beauty of Oregon, we've got you covered. Join us on this opal-filled journey.
There’s no question that Mother Nature has been generous enough to give us countless gifts of everything we need to survive. Not to mention the breathtaking landscapes and adorable animals that make our hearts melt. But sometimes we can get stuck in the fast pace of our urban lifestyles and barely even notice the beauty surrounding us.
Digging for opalised fossils at Lightning Ridge offers a chance to be involved in real science and get a taste for the toils of an opal miner.
In the Japanese city of Kameoka, which lies just over the western mountains of Kyoto city, an intriguing geological oddity is found. It’s a ...
What would you say when I ask which gemstone is the prettiest? Most will probably say diamond, ruby or sapphire. But I’m going to show you some of the most beautiful gemstones that you may not know. This list combines commonly known gems, like opal and amethyst, with some rare and exotic minerals. They represent some… Read More »50 Most Beautiful Gemstones You’ve Ever Seen
Agates are a subject of their own, with various varieties creating an amazing display. Here are 9 different types of agate along with pictures of each.
Everything you ever wanted to know about azurite. Find value guidelines, scientific data, expert comments, and more in our Gemstone Encyclopedia.
Chrysocolla is a powerful healing crystal, it carries with it the influence of nature and the promise of deeper communication with the world around us. The first sight of the Earth from space is an image that is ingrained into all of our minds: the rolling blue of the sea twinned with shards of deep green jutting out.
