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Kimberlite

Kimberlite is an igneous rock, not a mineral or crystal, famous for containing small amounts of Diamonds, Olivine, Garnet, Ilmenite, Zircon, Spinel, and other precious stones. The presence of other stones in Kimberlite often gives it a mottled or spotted appearance.

Welo Opal

This gem is primarily made of silica and water, but what sets it apart is its "hydrophane" nature. That means it can absorb water and temporarily change color. How cool is that? It's like a mood ring, but way more sophisticated.

Strawberry Quartz

As the name suggests, Strawberry Quartz is a captivating gemstone that releases a distinct aura and vibes of love and vitality. This crystal's pinkish-red hue mirrors a strawberry in a lush garden. It was discovered in the 1970s and is believed to have originated through a combination of natural forces that create a fusion with mineral elements. It is a marvel of nature with a unique inner glow associated with love and passion. Strawberry Quartz is loved by many because it increases feelings of love, brings in good luck, and helps people feel closer to themselves and others.

Linarite

Linarite stands out due to its transparent, shiny, and intense mid to bright blue coloration, described as azure or electric blue. It is very delicate, low on the MOHs scale, and classified as brittle in tenacity, making it easily breakable. This contributes to its rarity as it is tricky to mine.

Mayanite

Mayanite is a captivating crystal with a deep blue to vibrant green color, reminiscent of the tropical sea. It has a smooth and polished texture, showcasing intricate swirls and veins, like Ancient Mayan artwork.

Pumpellyite

Pumpellyite is a captivating mineral known for its vibrant colors and intriguing textures. Its crystal form is generally tabular or prismatic, with a fibrous or granular appearance. Standard colors include shades of green, brown, and black.

Lemurian Jade

Lemurian Jade is a rare crystal made up of Nephrite Jade, Pyrite, and Quartz and is found in dark blues, greens, and blacks. The inclusion of Pyrite in the stone creates stunning golden flecks visible on the crystal and darkens the crystal's overall color.

Thulite

Thulite is a very beautiful gem. Its light pink to deep rose-red color looks like a flower just starting to bloom. Because Thulite crystal is smooth and polished, it is often used to make jewelry and decorations. Crystals with designs like veins or marble are pretty to look at.

Forsterite

Forsterite connects to space. As not just an Earthly mineral, Forsterite crystals have been discovered on comets and near young stars in space dust, giving this gemstone universal wonderment and making it especially intriguing if you are interested in space mysteries.

Green Calcite

Green Calcite is a calming pastel to bright teal-green crystal from the mineral group carbonate. The composition of Green Calcite is calcium carbonate and can include traces of other minerals, such as chlorite, which gives the stone its green pigment.

Tremolite

Tremolite is a rock-forming mineral in the amphibole group of silicate minerals. It occurs as long crystals and fibrous aggregates and was first described in 1789. Tremolite is a fairly common mineral, but Tremolite gemstones are rare.

Marble

Marble is a metamorphic rock used for centuries in various forms of art and architecture. It is formed from limestone, or dolomite, that has undergone intense heat and pressure within the Earth's crust, causing the minerals to recrystallize.