Beautiful rocks

What would you say when I ask which gemstone is the prettiest? Most will probably say diamond, ruby or sapphire. But I’m going to show you some of the most beautiful gemstones that you may not know. This list combines commonly known gems, like opal and amethyst, with some rare and exotic minerals. They represent some… Read More »50 Most Beautiful Gemstones You’ve Ever Seen

Every rockhound loves a good geode, and the best are those we’ve gathered ourselves. While it can be tempting to start busting every rock you find with a rock pick, you can usually tell before you attack. Geodes are a specific formation and can usually be identified by their round shape and bumpy texture. These reliable indicators don’t tell the whole story, however. So, let’s go a bit further and give you an overview of how to tell if a rock is a geode.

Dioptase, Tsumeb Mine, Tsumeb, Otjikoto Region, Namibia, miniature, 4.1 x 2.6 x 2.1 cm, Fine dioptase specimens like this are one of the holy grail desires for collectors., For sale from The Arkenstone, www.iRocks.com. For more details on this piece and others, visit https://www.irocks.com/minerals/specimen/6483

The weekend is official here and its time to kick your feet up, crack open a cold one (with or without the boys) and enjoy a fresh selection of...

Fluorite from Zhejiang, China, showcasing nature's vibrant hues! 🌈 Exploring the mesmerizing beauty of Zhejiang's geological treasures. #Fluorite #Zhejiang #NaturalBeauty

In the Saudi Arabian desert, the Al Naslaa rock formation looks completely unnatural. Its perfectly vertical split remains a mystery.

Canada is home to some of the world's largest and most important jade deposits. The majority of these deposits are found in the province of ...

Aspiring treasure hunters will want to check out these extraordinary glass pebble beaches that have an abundance of colorful sea glass.

A render of a beautiful agate piece that I can only find in my dreams