Gems from Space
Most gemstones are found and created upon the Earth. But some stones can be a bit more extraterrestrial, as there origins have been traced back to outer space. Even a…
Carnelian: A stone of intensity
Carnelian is a stunning red-orange stone that resonates with a passionate energy and is all about self-confidence. It is made of a silica mineral that takes its color from iron…
Are My Gemstone Bracelets Fake: Tips for Spotting the Real Deal
Gemstones have been used for decorative purposes for thousands of years. Stones like azurite, amethyst, and quartz were used as jewelry since the time of ancient Egypt and Greece. Expensive…
Soapstone
Soapstone is also known as satiate. It is a metamorphic rock that dates back 300 to 400 million years ago. Soapstone is softer than marble and granite even though they…
Marble: A Rockstar with a Rich History
Marble stone is timeless and has a rich history, but how does it come about? Marble is a metamorphic rock that is formed from limestone. Under intense heat and pressure,…
Amethyst: Gorgeous Purple Quartz Gemstone
Amethyst has been one of the most popular forms of quartz for many years. As a gemstone, it is also one of the most recognizeable. Much of this is due…
Peridot: The Evening Emerald
Peridot is considered one of the world’s oldest gems, it was discovered as early as 1500 B.C. in the Egyptian Red Sea. Today, most gem miners find peridot as irregular…
Apatite: Origin, Meaning, and Energy
Apatite was first discovered in 1786 by A.G. Werner. It’s name came from the Greek word meaning “to deceive”, because many mistaken it for other minerals such as peridot. (do…
Moldavite: Gems from the sky
Moldavite is a tektite type of gemstone; meaning it is glass formed from terrestrial debris ejected during the impact of a meteorite. It is believed that moldavite was formed about…
Iceland Spar
Iceland Spar is a clear crystal that features a beautiful array of rainbow inclusions. While Iceland spar is a clear form of calcite, it is known by other names due…