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A rare type of amethyst, Auralite is a mixture of two to seven different minerals. Believed to have formed during a time when minerals and elements...
View full detailsCrystal Quartz is a naturally occurring clear and colorless Quartz. It is a crystalline form of Quartz said to have many divine properties includin...
View full detailsAll gemstones are fascinating and special. They come from far-away, remote parts of the globe. These Muonionalusta Meteorite beads, however, are mo...
View full detailsRose Quartz is a silicon dioxide crystal and one of the most common varieties of the Quartz family. It is a translucent to transparent stone with a...
View full detailsWhat is so special about these iron meteorites is their unique Widmanstätten patterns. These form as a criss cross banding called lamellae. It real...
View full detailsA deep, bronze-toned variation of quartz, Whiskey Quartz is a naturally occurring stone that is a bit lighter than Smoky Quartz. Quartz has been hi...
View full detailsLibyan Desert glass- Found in the eastern Sahara desert. It is a natural glass made up of pure silica. Its origins are still a mystery with some sa...
View full detailsRose Quartz is a silicon dioxide crystal and one of the most common varieties of the Quartz family. It is a translucent to transparent stone with a...
View full detailsAmethyst is a beautiful stone (normally purple), known as a “Gem of Fire” by ancient cultures. It has been greatly sought after throughout history ...
View full detailsWhen you look at a finished gemstone bead, you see a glimmer of color, shape, and polish—but behind that beauty is the precise and complex craft of lapidary. At Dakota Stones, we work with artisans and manufacturers from around the world...
Learn about Chocolate Moonstone! Chocolate Moonstone is a unique and beautiful variety of moonstone that exhibits a rich, warm brown to mocha hue. Here are some interesting facts about this highly sought after stone: It is a rare, naturally occurring...
Learn about Hematite! Hematite has the same chemical make-up as common rust (although it looks much more beautiful) which is why its original color is rusty red! The distinct pearly grey sheen only comes from polishing the stone and removing the red color...