“Beauty” is not an adjective that first comes to mind when you think about minerals. Building blocks of rocks, the are the most basic of elements. And, as you will see, the most beautiful.

Luz Opal with Galaxy Inside
Bizmuth
Botswana Agate
Rhodochrosite
Scolecite

Azurite
Cobaltocalcite

Lightning Ridge Black Opal
More gorgeous minerals can be found at http://www.boredpanda.com/amazing-stonesminerals/.
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I am a writer of fantasy fiction that often surrounds middle-aged women. I am a married mother of two and granny to three, a BoHo Chic kinda gal. When not writing, I do a little technical writing -- but I'd rather be a fantasy fiction writer.
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I’ve always thought of minerals and stones as unique and beautiful, It’s amazing how nature plays with structure and color….
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Some of the pictures I found, I can’t tell if they are micro pics or, like the one in the hand, big enough to hold. But I never knew they could all be so breathtaking.
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My parents are from a mining town, so I grew up playing with minerals displaying around the house. These are absolutely breathtaking though.
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You have appreciated their beauty a lot longer than I have. It is nice to know that you share the same enjoyment!
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