Gemstone Blog — #SilverCove
Tourmaline: Nature's Rainbow Crystal
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Tourmaline is one of the most diverse minerals on Earth
Understanding Mohs Hardness: Why Some Minerals Scratch Others
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Have you ever wondered why a diamond can scratch almost anything, while a piece of calcite can be scratched with a simple copper coin?
Pyrite: More Than Fool's Gold
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Discover why this brilliant metallic mineral has fascinated explorers, scientists, and collectors for centuries.
How to Identify Common Minerals
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Learn the simple characteristics geologists and collectors use to identify minerals with confidence.
How Do Geodes Form?
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Discover how ordinary-looking rocks become home to some of nature's most spectacular crystal formations.