Gemstone Collection (page 19)

Turquoise vein in shale
Turquoise (hydrated copper aluminum phosphate) vein in shale, from Victoria, Australia. Turquoise is perhaps the most valuable non-transparent mineral

A collection of turquoise specimens
Rough, polished and worked specimens of turquoise (Hydrated Copper Aluminum Phosphate). Turquoise is perhaps the most valuable of the non-transparent minerals

Turquoise
Four different examples of worked turquoise. Turquoise (hydrated copper aluminum phosphate) is perhaps one of the most valuable non-transparent minerals

Tourmaline crystal
A bi-coloured pink and green tourmaline crystal from California

Demantoid garnet cut stone
Demantoid is a variety of andradite garnet. It is green in colour, sometimes with yellow shading

Faceted chrysoberyl
Two cut stones of the gemstone chrysoberyl (beryllium aluminum oxide). This stone is also known as cats eyes

Brown and blue zircons
Natural brown and heat-treated blue zircons. Zircon comprises of (zirconium silicate) and is not the same as the artificial gem cubic zircona

Chrysoberyl cats eyes
Two stones of Chrysoberyl (beryllium aluminum oxide), illustrating the similarity the gemstone has with a cats eye

Zircon crystal
Zircon comprises of (zirconium silicate) and is not the same as the artificial gem cubic zircona. Specimen is from Norway

Garnet cut stones
Grossular (calcium aluminum silicate) and demantoid cut gems resting on andradite (calcium iron silicate) crystals. All of which are types of garnet

Quartz box and carved lizard
An ornamental box set with different quartz stones (silicon dioxide) including a large central citrine together with a carved lizard in cat s-eye quartz

Fluorescent group
A group including amber, ruby, ivory, fluorite and opal photographed in ultra violet light. See 179 for the same group in white light

Lapis Lazuli - Sare Sanga - Afghanistan
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Quartz (SiO2 - silicon dioxide) - Tibet
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Opalized Wood - Rainbow Ridge Opal Mine - Denio-Nevada, USA - Mid-Miocene - 15 million years - coniferous tree
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Opal Coober Pedy, South Australia JLR05498
JLR-310 Opal Coober Pedy, South Australia Jean-marc La Roque contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Aquamarine Crystal - Pakistan
CAN-3846 Aquamarine - A gemstone variety of the mineral beryl (beryllium aluminum silicate) A precious stone - Pakistan John Cancalosi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Opal chips (a parcel) Coober Pedy, South Australia JLR05494
JLR-312 Opal chips (a parcel) Coober Pedy, South Australia Jean-marc La Roque contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Polished opal held in palm of hand Coober Pedy, South Australia JLR05496
JLR-311 Polished opal held in palm of hand Coober Pedy South Australia Jean-marc La Roque contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Opal mining opal in mine wall Coober Pedy, South Australia JLR05484
JLR-314 Opal mining opal in mine wall Coober Pedy, South Australia Jean-marc La Roque contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Opal - Mined in Yowah - Queensland Australia
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Opalized Belemnite Fossil (Neohilobites sp) - Coober Pedy-South Australia - Cretaceous
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Gemstones have captivated humanity for centuries, their beauty and allure transcending time. From the mesmerizing Petrified Wood close-up to the enchanting Birthstone Series featuring Amythest Quartz, these precious stones hold a special place in our hearts. The Opal gem with opal rock showcases nature's artistry at its finest, while the ancient Earrings from the 1st century adorned with gold, amethyst, and jade remind us of our rich cultural heritage. Travel back in time to the Bronze Age where gemstones were treasured as symbols of power and prestige. Marvel at the exquisite Selection of diamond crystals that sparkle like stars in the night sky. Discover Jasper's earthy tones that evoke a sense of grounding and stability. Unearthed from history's depths is the Colorful Petrified Dinosaur Bone, reminding us of Earth's ancient inhabitants. Delve into the fiery depths with Garnet Peridotite or get lost in Benitoite's ethereal blue hues. Beryl dazzles with its range of colors - from serene aquamarine to vibrant emerald green. Witness Diamond refracting light F008 / 3207 as it dances gracefully within its facets, illuminating any room it graces. Each gemstone tells a unique story; each one holds an intrinsic value beyond measure. Whether you're drawn to their aesthetic appeal or believe in their metaphysical properties, there is no denying that gemstones possess an undeniable charm that has stood the test of time.