Rare minerals

"Fordite" is an anthropocenic mineral "formed from the built up of layers of enamel paint slag on tracks and skids on which cars were hand spray-painted (a now automated process),…

"Osmium is an 'extra-terrestrial mineral' - meaning a mineral not naturally found on this Earth as it has originated in outer space. Such materials include those found in cosmic dust and meteorites - Iridium and Osmium are two examples of extra-terrestrial minerals arriving in meteorites, and being extremely rare on earth, with only tiny amounts mined annually. Armantium is also very rare, and arrives on earth in the same manner as Iridium and Osmium.", Tony explained.

Rhodochrosite, Locality: N`Chwaning Mines, Kuruman, Kalahari manganese field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa Size: 4.8 x 3.5 x 3.3 cm

Minerals are remarkable substances that exist in abundance within the Earth's crust. They come in a variety of colors, shapes, and compositions, each with its o

Euclase on Calcite, Gachala Mine, Boyaca Dept., Colombia, cabinet, 14.0 x 12.5 x 7.5 cm, This specimen hosts a 6 inch tall euclase standing straight up from contrasting matrix., For sale from The Arkenstone, www.iRocks.com. For more details on this piece and others, visit https://www.irocks.com/minerals/specimen/41951

Azurite (Lapis Linguis) is an ancient stone with a rich history. It is a rare mineral that is characterized by its stunning twilight blue hue. #Azurite #ancient stone #rare mineral #

Even non-gemologists can get caught up in the Wilensky gallery's incredible display of rare, natural minerals and stones. Stuart and Donna Wilensky,

Top 10 World's Rarest Gems Tanzanite: Found only in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Northern Tanzania, this blue-purple stone is a highly prized

These ultra-rare stones come from Mogok, Myanmar. where sapphires, rubies, spinels & other gemstones accumulate in river beds. In 1957, two deep red stones turned out to be completely new to science & were named “painite”. One carat is the traditional unit of weight for a gemstone fetch $60k – but larger stones are disproportionately rare, & worth more per weight. While pure diamonds & many other gem minerals are colorless, striking & rare colors almost always increase their value.

Green iridescent pyrite. Photographer unknown.

Super-Rare Minerals Make Earth Unique in Cosmos. Antozonite Crystals. photo by Laurent Kbaier These Rare Minerals Make The Eart...

5 Favorite Rare Minerals Collecting rare minerals is a passion that requires a lot of patience. Many specimens have journeys that last millions of years until a brave explorer takes the plunge and unearths their beauty. While all minerals are precious, there are a few that stand a cut above the rest in rarity, history …

Proustite today is a highly valuable rare collector's mineral, especially when in red color & transparent. It's an interesting mineral that contains silver in its chemical structure, one of the few silver-bearing minerals that can exhibit transparency. Usually transparent, with deep-red crystals, but it may also be a darker, more metallic-looking form - though even darker, more metallic versions will be visibly red & transparent when back-lit. Best examples are from Chañarcillo, Chile

Discover the exquisite beauty of Olivenite, a breathtaking gemstone that captivates with its vibrant green hues. Immerse yourself in the world of gems and minerals, and indulge in the mesmerizing allure of this rare treasure. Follow us now for more captivating content on all things gemstone-related! #Gems #Minerals #Olivenite #BeautyUnveiled

The most expensive gemstones from around the world provide a peek into bizarre mineral assemblages and alterations.

faceted sfalerite gemstone from spain, 163 carats, bright angel cut, precision cut

Polished limestone from Marston Magna, U.K. with a calcite vein which runs across the fossil. This piece shows many cross-sections of ammonites...

Phosphophhyllite

A rare example isolated rounded crystals smithsonite locale Most