Gemstone Blog — crystal

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Discover how Fluorite forms, what causes its incredible colours and fluorescence, where it is found, and why it is one of the world's most collected minerals.

Learn the difference between gem-grade and collector-grade minerals, how they’re evaluated, and why the distinction matters.

One of the most common questions we hear is:
“Why do crystals grow in such different shapes?”

From points and prisms to cubes and clusters, crystal forms are dictated by atomic structure and geological conditions — not chance.

Dive into the science behind these natural patterns in our latest article:
👉 Why Crystals Grow in Points, Cubes, or Clusters