Velvet obsidian is a rare variety of obsidian, with a deep black color and a velvety sheen that shimmers with iridescent green, red, blue, violet, and orange hues when held up to light. This shimmering effect, called , Read more here:
This golden stone is Copal Amber from Colombia. Copal, sometimes referred to as “young amber” has been dated from tens of thousands to several million years old. by @ Astoneforeveryhome /IG
Recumbent fold is a geologic feature in which rock layers are folded nearly horizontally. The axial plane, which is the imaginary line down the center of the fold, is nearly flat. This type of fold occurs when immense pressure from Read more here:
Metamorphic rocks can be a treasure trove for some of the most beautiful and valuable gemstones on Earth. Examples of gems commonly found in metamorphic rocks include garnet, ruby, sapphire, jade, kyanite, and staurolite. Read more here:
A rare gem, the rainbow lattice sunstone. The intricate lattice pattern, formed by tiny mineral inclusions, creates a mesmerizing canvas for the gemstone's remarkable play of colors.
Turritella agate is a fossilized gemstone formed from the unique combination of ancient snail shells and mineral deposits. Characterized by a brown or black translucent agate base with contrasting white or tan fossilized snail shells Read more here:
Absolute dating methods are indispensable tools in the fields of archaeology, geology, paleontology, and related disciplines. Absolute dating is a method used by scientists to determine the exact age of an object or a phenomenon in years. Read more here:
“Yooperlite” on Lake Superior! These rocks are sodalite in syenite and the sodalite part glows when a long wave UV light is shined onto them! Hunting these is so much fun!!
Trapiche sapphire is a rare variety of sapphire known for their unique six-rayed star pattern. Trapiche sapphires have a distinctive six-pointed star-like pattern radiating from the center of the stone. Read more here: