Rutilated Quartz
Golden needle inclusions can create dramatic internal geometry without being cracks. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
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Placement: <span>Living room</span>
Mineralogy, identification, care, lapidary craft, interiors and documented cultural history—with traditional beliefs clearly labelled as a separate subject.
Smoky Citrine Quartz
Useful for shoppers who prefer muted tea and champagne tones over bright orange citrine. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
Read guide →Lapis Lazuli
Fine lapis is prized for rich blue colour, but some natural white calcite or pyrite can be part of its character. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common…
Read guide →Sunstone
Depending on locality, the sparkle may look coppery, golden or reddish. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
Read guide →Amazonite
Its blue-green colour can resemble tropical water, often crossed by white feldspar streaking. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
Read guide →Snowflake Obsidian
Its black-and-white spotted pattern makes it one of the easiest obsidian varieties to recognise. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
Read guide →Green Tourmaline
Crystals may show colour zoning along their length or across cross-sections. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
Read guide →Labradorite
A grey stone can suddenly flash electric blue or green when the viewing angle lines up with its internal structure. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments,…
Read guide →Prehnite
Its soft translucent green and rounded botryoidal surfaces are especially distinctive. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
Read guide →Chrysoprase
Fine chrysoprase has an almost glowing green translucency. Learn its mineral identity, hardness, care, common treatments, authenticity notes and traditional associations.
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