Iceland Spar with Chalcopyrite

Iceland Spar with Chalcopyrite

The name fluorite comes from its use as a flux

with particularly high shine or uniquely shaped pieces prized by collectors

Each of our fish fossil specimens has been expertly prepared and is 100% authentic and unrestored or repaired

almost unmistakable for any other species

The herring-like fish of the genus Knightia were far and away the most abundant freshwater fish during this era

a ghost or phantom of the crystal during its formation still remaining in the interior

the mineral contains arsenic and silicate and historically has been used in pyrotechnics as well as a cosmetic since ancient Egyptian times until the safety issues with arsenic in makeup became known

sometimes in the same formations

“Cathedral” geodes are named for their tall

and is one of the more common gems although pieces of exceptional hue and clarity are considered fairly rare and can be extremely valuable

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

These incredible specimens of natural uncut aquamarine from Mount Little Xuebaoding in Sichuan