Chalcedony

ChalcedonyA silicone based mineral closely related to quartz and agate, Chalcedony has a unique crystalline structure that gives it an enormously variable appearance. This mineral forms in a similar fashion to agates and geodes but due to heat and pressure at the time of formation results in a distinct look and almost silky texture. Chalcedony can be found in a range of colors but most often occurs in semitransparent or white. It has a long archaeological

Copper is a so-called native metal

Pea Crabs of the genus Pinnixa lived in what is now modern-day California approximately 12-16 million years ago

and pure white

Amethyst is often found in spectacular geodes

especially due to its highly fluorescent or UV reactive nature

the slight yellow tint of which perfectly highlights the sea green crystals

and because of this they are one of the most frequently found vertebrate fossils on earth

Flexycalymene Trilobite Fossils (Flexicalymene ouzregui) are approx

These carefully cut spheres show off the beautiful and varied hues of natural aquamarine

Each of these large and completely unique formations from the famed Dachang Mine in China features incredible character and high metallic shine

The word copper originates from the latin for the island of Cyprus

creating a striking and colorful contrast