Minerals

Herkimer Diamonds are beautiful double-terminated quartz crystals which are found mainly in Herkimer County, New York. Incredibly, these phenomenal gemstones are believed to be close to five hundred million years old. The crystals are magnificent works of nature found in the rock, appearing to have been precision cut by man and having a diamond-like geometrical shape; thus, the name Herkimer Diamond.  Many collectors believe the Herkimer Diamond should rival a true diamond and their reasoning for this is that a true diamond found in the rough is exactly that, a rough appearing glass-like stone. The diamond must be painstakingly cut by man to give it smooth faces and a geometrical shape.

In fact, Herkimer Diamonds are not diamonds.  A true diamond is one of the hardest elements known to man, scoring a ten on a one to ten hardness scale.  Herkimer Diamonds are harder than all quartz crystals. They fall at about 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, giving the real diamond a close race.  For comparison, many man-made steels barely score a seven on the hardness scale.

This stone is said to energize, enliven, and promote creativity.  The smaller, exceptionally clear stones are said to be powerful attunement crystals, stimulating psychic abilities, such as clairvoyance, spiritual vision, and telepathy.  It is also said that Herkimer attunes people and links them together when they have to be parted if each person has a stone.

Unique and in great condition ready for your collection.

Name: Herkimer Diamond - Quartz
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  63x46x37 mm /  2.5x1.8x1.5 inches
Weight: 112.2 Grams /  4 Ounces

Herkimer Diamonds are beautiful double-terminated quartz crystals which are found mainly in Herkimer County, New York. Incredibly, these phenomenal gemstones are believed to be close to five hundred million years old. The crystals are magnificent works of nature found in the rock, appearing to have been precision cut by man and having a diamond-like geometrical shape; thus, the name Herkimer Diamond.  Many collectors believe the Herkimer Diamond should rival a true diamond and their reasoning for this is that a true diamond found in the rough is exactly that, a rough appearing glass-like stone. The diamond must be painstakingly cut by man to give it smooth faces and a geometrical shape.

In fact, Herkimer Diamonds are not diamonds.  A true diamond is one of the hardest elements known to man, scoring a ten on a one to ten hardness scale.  Herkimer Diamonds are harder than all quartz crystals. They fall at about 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, giving the real diamond a close race.  For comparison, many man-made steels barely score a seven on the hardness scale.

This stone is said to energize, enliven, and promote creativity.  The smaller, exceptionally clear stones are said to be powerful attunement crystals, stimulating psychic abilities, such as clairvoyance, spiritual vision, and telepathy.  It is also said that Herkimer attunes people and links them together when they have to be parted if each person has a stone.

Unique and in great condition ready for your collection.

Name: Herkimer Diamond - Quartz
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  51x39x30 mm /  2x1.5x1.2 inches
Weight: 55.7 Grams /  2 Ounces

Herkimer Diamonds are beautiful double-terminated quartz crystals which are found mainly in Herkimer County, New York. Incredibly, these phenomenal gemstones are believed to be close to five hundred million years old. The crystals are magnificent works of nature found in the rock, appearing to have been precision cut by man and having a diamond-like geometrical shape; thus, the name Herkimer Diamond.  Many collectors believe the Herkimer Diamond should rival a true diamond and their reasoning for this is that a true diamond found in the rough is exactly that, a rough appearing glass-like stone. The diamond must be painstakingly cut by man to give it smooth faces and a geometrical shape.

In fact, Herkimer Diamonds are not diamonds.  A true diamond is one of the hardest elements known to man, scoring a ten on a one to ten hardness scale.  Herkimer Diamonds are harder than all quartz crystals. They fall at about 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, giving the real diamond a close race.  For comparison, many man-made steels barely score a seven on the hardness scale.

This stone is said to energize, enliven, and promote creativity.  The smaller, exceptionally clear stones are said to be powerful attunement crystals, stimulating psychic abilities, such as clairvoyance, spiritual vision, and telepathy.  It is also said that Herkimer attunes people and links them together when they have to be parted if each person has a stone.

Unique and in great condition ready for your collection.

Name: Herkimer Diamond - Quartz
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions:  45x33x24 mm /  1.8x1.3x0.9 inches
Weight: 41.4 Grams /  1.5 Ounces

This is an amazing, large cluster of Okenite with Gyrolite, Quartz and Prehnite Druse Crystal from Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India. This is a high quality druse with outstanding, perfect okenite spheres and tons of Prehnite.  The angle of view is just amazing. Would be a beautiful addition to any collection.

Name: Okenite with Gyrolite on Quartz and Prehnite Druse Crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 146x114x101 mm / 5.75x4.5x4 inches 
Weight: 1.8 kg / 3 lb. 15.5 oz
Origin: Mined in Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India

This is an amazing, large cluster of Okenite on Quartz Geode Crystal from Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India. This is a high quality geode with outstanding, perfect okenite spheres.  Since this is a geode type specimen all of the okenite hairs are perfectly intact with no damage to any crystal.  Would be a beautiful addition to any collection.

Name: Okenite Spheres with Gyrolite on Quartz and Prehnite Geode Crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 190x165x121 mm / 7.5x6.5x4.75 inches
Weight: 3.7 kg / 8 lbs 2.5 oz
Origin: Mined in Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India

Quartz crystals are among the most abundant and well-known minerals on Earth. It belongs to the hexagonal crystal system, and typically forms six-sided prismatic crystals with a pointed termination. Its crystals can be colorless or exhibit a wide range of colors. The color variations are often due to the presence of impurities or trace elements during the crystal's formation. Quartz is transparent to translucent. This great specimen is in very good condition. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Quartz with Pyrite
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 59x60x34 mm / 2.3x2.4x1.3 inches
Weight: 115 Grams / 4 Ounces
Origin:  China

This is an amazing, large cluster of Okenite with Prehnite and Cubic Apophyllite Geode Crystal from Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India. This is a high quality geode with fantastic okenite spheres, beautiful Prehnite and great Apophyllite crystal.  Its almost as having two completely separate geode clusters with their own personality.  Would be a beautiful addition to any collection.

Name: Okenite on Prehnite with Cubic Apophyllite Geode Crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 140x114x114 mm / 5.5x4.5x4.5 inches
Weight: 1.38 kg / 3 lbs 0.7 oz
Origin: Mined in Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India

This is an amazing, large cluster of Okenite with Gyrolite, Quartz and Prehnite Geode Crystal from Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India. This is a high quality geode with outstanding, perfect okenite spheres and tons of Prehnite.  Since this is a geode type specimen all of the okenite hairs are perfectly intact with no damage to any crystal.  Would be a beautiful addition to any collection.

Name: Okenite with Gyrolite on Quartz and Prehnite Geode Crystal
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 203x146x120 mm / 8x5.75x4.75 inches
Weight: 3.78 kg / 8 lb. 5 oz
Origin: Mined in Dindoshi Quarry, Mumbai, India

Himalayan Quartz refers to quartz crystals originating from the Himalayan mountain range, a region with complex geological activity. These crystals, found in various formations and sizes, exhibit clear to milky white coloration and may contain unique inclusions. The mining of Himalayan Quartz involves extracting crystals from the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, often requiring careful and manual extraction methods due to the challenging terrain.

Believed by some to possess powerful energy, Himalayan Quartz is associated with enhancing meditation, promoting clarity, and balancing energy centers. Its association with the pristine Himalayan environment adds to its metaphysical significance.

Name: Quartz
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions: 127x127x101 mm / 5x5x4 inches
Weight: 1.26 kg / 2 lbs 12 oz
Origin: Mined in Thela, Himalayas

You will receive 1 Grossular Garnet crystal cluster selected at random.  Each  crystal cluster is beautiful and unique, variations in size, shape and color should be expected.  Note the specimens shown in the photos represent a small selection of what we have in stock, the size, shape and color of the specimen we send will vary, but will be within the size range indicated below. 

Grossular garnets are a variety of garnet known for their diverse range of colors, transparency, and wide occurrence across different geological settings. The grossular garnet specimens from Lake Jaco, Chihuahua, Mexico are renowned for their classic crystal shape and attractive yellow-green coloration.  These particular clusters are beautiful and intricate formations.

Garnets are believed to have properties associated with vitality, courage, and creativity. They are thought to bring balance and stability.

Calcite is found throughout the world in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. Some geologists consider it to be a "ubiquitous mineral" - one that is found everywhere. Calcite is the principal constituent of limestone and marble.  Laumontite is a member of the zeolite group, and occurs in many of the zeolite deposits.

Quartz crystals are among the most abundant and well-known minerals on Earth. It belongs to the hexagonal crystal system, and typically forms six-sided prismatic crystals with a pointed termination. Its crystals can be colorless or exhibit a wide range of colors. The color variations are often due to the presence of impurities or trace elements during the crystal's formation. Quartz is transparent to translucent. 

Name:  Calcite, Quartz and Laumontite in Geode
Specimen Size:  Large Cabinet-Sized
Dimensions:  152x121x89 mm / 6x4.75x3.5 inches
Weight: 1.34 KG / 2 lbs 15 ounces
Origin: Mined in Dindoshi, India

This is a beautiful self standing cluster of dark purple amethyst cactus quartz crystals. This deep color is no longer being produced from this locality, so don't miss out! None of the many tips are damaged.  Pictures show the crystal both indoors in natural light and outdoors in direct sunlight.

Cactus Quartz is also known as Spirit Quartz, Barnacle Quartz, Pineapple Quartz or Porcupine Quartz.   It is found only in South Africa and Its colors range from white, yellowish brown, lilac, purple, to grey brown.

Quartz is considered a “master healer.” It's said to amplify energy by absorbing, storing, releasing, and regulating it. It's also said to aid concentration and memory. Physically, clear crystals are claimed to help stimulate the immune system and balance out your entire body.

Quartz is also said to be a power gemstone that harmonizes and balances; enhancing energy and thoughts as well as purifying the spiritual, mental and physical. Quartz is associated with the crown chakra.

 Name: Amethyst Cactus Quartz
Specimen Size:  Cabinet-Sized  
Dimensions: 68x51x47 mm / 2.7x2 x 1.9 inches  
Weight: 157.9 grams / 5.6 ounces  
Origin: Mined in Boekenhout, South Africa