Dalmatian Stone
The cream base with dark spots explains the dog-inspired trade name. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and…
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Septarian
Polished pieces show a dramatic cracked pattern of yellowish carbonate veins in darker matrix. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments,…
Angelite
Its soft powder-blue colour and matte appearance are more subdued than most blue gemstones. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments,…
Amethyst
Known for purple colour zoning that can range from pale lilac to deep violet. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments,…
Fluorite
Cubic crystals and sharp colour zoning make fluorite one of the most architectural-looking display minerals. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common…
Ametrine
Distinct purple and yellow zones make each piece visually individual. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional…
Agate
Pattern, banding and translucency are usually more important than a single “grade”. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes…
Onyx
A useful example of why trade names and mineral identity are not always the same thing. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care,…
Jasper
Best appreciated for pattern and landscape-like colour rather than transparency. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional…
Green Aventurine
Its hallmark is a subtle internal shimmer rather than a mirror-like flash. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes…