Tumbled StonesRough rocks transformed into smooth, shiny, colorful works of natural art!Tumbled agate: Agate is a popular rock used to make tumbled stones. There are many different types of agate. In this photo you can see Botswana agate, apricot agate, carnelian agate, tree agate, blue lace...
The "grapes" of these specimens are tiny. They range between about two and eight millimeters across. Although purple is the best color to match the "grape" name, some specimens have grapes that are white, gray, green, or blue.Grape Agate: A tiny cluster of grape agate with superb color...
Gemstones are valuable minerals that are used in jewelry. They come in many different colors and shapes. The most valuable ones are called precious stones. Semi-precious stones have less value. Some common gemstones are: diamond, emerald, turquoise, and aquamarine. ...
Many states have multiple state stones or rocks, while others have none. For example, Tennessee has two official rocks and Vermont has three. Limestone, sandstone and agate are some of the most common state stones, though many have also declared types of marble and granite as the official roc...
Salivary stones form when the minerals in saliva are allowed to cluster and crystallize into a hard deposit that blocks the passageways within the salivary gland or a salivary duct. The crystallization often occurs as the result of dehydration minimizing fluid in the saliva. ...
“He has been traveling for 42 years now. Curiosity as a main ingredient of his essence quickly followed by his creative mind. Amazed by all the colors and hues of people, nature… he wanted to learn the way of life.How does it work, how are you, you and me, me? How is your pat...
These crystals are believed to be the most beneficial stones for you, depending on when you were born. It follows that it may be possible for different stones to help different people, depending on the month of birth. February Birthstone: Amethyst ...
What is Copal Incense and What Are Copal Uses?Crystal cleansing with Copal incense is one of the oldest forms of energy clearing. Using copal incense is one of the best methods for cleansing crystals and energetically cleansing a space. History and Sacred Significance of Copal Incense Copal is ...
The geologist explained how stones are formed over millennia. 6 Calculus Associated with pain and medical complications. The calculus in her bladder caused frequent urinary infections. 5 Stone Can be polished and used in jewelry. The ring featured a beautifully polished agate stone. 5 Calculus Also...
Its softness allows for intricate carving, yet it is less durable than many other stones. Quartz, on the other hand, is one of the hardest minerals on Earth, used in jewelry, electronics, and as a durable surface material in the form of engineered stone. 5 Quartz's composition includes a...