Sugilite is known as “the love stone for this age” according to Melody, the author of the metaphysical crystal bible entitled “Love is in the Earth”. A rich purple stone…

You know I love turquoise, all kinds of turquoise, but especially what is referred to as “domestic” turquoise, turquoise that is mined here in the U.S. The above image is…

Dinosaur bone? Yup, that’s right. You can tell by it’s unique surface texture pattern. What you are seeing is the cell structure of the bone marrow. Dinosaur bone is common…

For jewelers, the beginning of a new year is an invitation to focus on hearts. Heart-shaped jewelry is in high demand in early February, so in order to have new…

Burtis Blue Turquoise, from the Florence Mine in Cripple Creek, Colorado. One of my most favorite stones in the entire world! Particularly because it is from Colorado and I purchase…