“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

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Sparkle away!