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 …
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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. …
DIY: Drilling Holes In Rocks With & Without Dremel Drill
If you wish to drill holes in rocks, you will need the right tools and techniques to use them properly. The most popular tool to …
Labradorite Value: Main Factors & Prices for Different Units
Labradorite is incredibly valuable for its iridescence phenomenon, usually compared to peacock tale or Aurora light. Not all labradorites have this optical effect, so the …