Amethyst

AmethystOne of the most widely recognized and unmistakable minerals, Amethyst has been sought after since ancient times as a gemstone and decorative object. Amethyst is a form of Quartz which gets its beautiful purple tint from the substitution of silicone for iron due to irradiation. It is found in a wide range of shades from deep purple to pale violet and even pink, with color intensity usually deepest at the termination or tip of each crystal.

Found inside of mudstone concretion nodules

reminiscent of the famed logo of Mercedez Benz

While in its sticky gel state

Natural copper is relatively soft and often found in intricate and unique structures

These specimens of natural uncut aquamarine occur within a unique matrix of thick mica with a strong yellowish tint

One of the most widely recognized and unmistakable minerals

These specimens of Mosasaur (Mosasaurus anceps) teeth are embedded in matrix

There are 5 on this plate for reference of what they look like

Fluorite has long been used as a gemstone and is increasingly popular in the market

from the Cambrian age

A widespread and industrially important mineral

Kataoua formation