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.

Aquamarine is a form of Beryl crystal long sought after as a gem and precious stone due to its beautiful blue-green hue and clarity

from the middle Miocene around 12-16 million years ago

almost unmistakable for any other species

In the underground world they can form vast formations in awe-inspiring shapes and colors

Iron Hexahedrite

high shine mica and range in hue from nearly clear to classic sea green to deep blue

Malachite is known for its deep green coloration

It is roughly teardrop shaped and has numerous large deep blue crystals extending far back into the geode

fluorite specimens have been prized since ancient times and are now among the most popular minerals in the collecting world

Pipefish are a widespread group of tropical marine and freshwater fish most closely related to the more well-known seahorses

Approx size of fossil - 4

Malachite has been mined for both use in copper tools and for ornamentation and jewelry