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Turquoise or Dyed Howlite?

Turquoise or Dyed Howlite?

A quick post on how to tell the difference between dyed Howlite and genuine Turquoise.

Turquoise or Dyed Howlite?

A quick post on how to tell the difference between dyed Howlite and genuine Turquoise.

citrine, amethyst, heat treated amethyst

Is heat treated Amethyst also technically Citrine?

Both Amethyst and Citrine are Quartz but there is debate on whether Amethyst can be treated to become Citrine.

Is heat treated Amethyst also technically Citrine?

Both Amethyst and Citrine are Quartz but there is debate on whether Amethyst can be treated to become Citrine.

Quartz Vs Amethyst

Quartz Vs Amethyst

A summary of Quartz & Amethyst crystals - both types being Silicon Dioxide. However, they have different chemical compositions and physical properties.

Quartz Vs Amethyst

A summary of Quartz & Amethyst crystals - both types being Silicon Dioxide. However, they have different chemical compositions and physical properties.

Ocean Jasper Veins

Ocean Jasper Veins

Ocean Jasper is a rare silicon dioxide from only in 1 location, Northwestern Madagascar which was originally found in 1922 - lost until 1996. This is a brief summary on...

Ocean Jasper Veins

Ocean Jasper is a rare silicon dioxide from only in 1 location, Northwestern Madagascar which was originally found in 1922 - lost until 1996. This is a brief summary on...

The Latest Crystal & Mineral Specimens Currently Available & to Come

The Latest Crystal & Mineral Specimens Currentl...

This blog post lists the crystals and mineral specimens currently available or coming soon to our site. However, feel free to message us for requests and we can source them...

The Latest Crystal & Mineral Specimens Currentl...

This blog post lists the crystals and mineral specimens currently available or coming soon to our site. However, feel free to message us for requests and we can source them...