River Rocks: This Makes Them Smooth and Round (How & Where)
We all see those smooth, round rocks in rivers, but have you ever wondered what they’re made of and how they get so smooth? These …
Geology
Identifying Minerals and Rocks at Home (Step-by-Step Guide)
The most common situation all rock hunters and mineral collectors deal with is at-home mineral identification. Sometimes it is easy to identify common minerals and …
Difference Between Gravel Pits, Quarries & Mines for Rockhounds
Rockhounds have many mediums and environments to collect rocks, minerals, gemstones, or even fossils. The best places to find fantastic specimens are usually within mines, …
Modern Methods of Rock & Mineral Identification (by Expert)
Modern geological methods of mineral identification are far more complicated than people used to think. The work life of professional geologists, mineralogists, and gemologists (or …
Identifying Real Jade Mineral (Step-by-Step Guide)
Jade has been cherished for over 5000 years and is considered an even more precious stone than diamonds in East Asia countries. Natural jade is …
Lapis Lazuli Value: Main Factors & Prices for Different Units
Lapis lazuli stays an idol among opaque blue gemstones for centuries. It is highly valuable because of its mysterious midnight-blue color and gold-yellow pyrite flecks. …