September’s Mineral of the month is Kunzite!

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First discovered in Connecticut, Kunzite is composed of lithium, aluminum, and silicate. Named after George Frederick Kunz an American mineralogist who lived from 1856 – 1932. Kunz was a legendary New York colored stone specialist and jeweler. The first substantial … Continued

154.5 gram Kunzite!

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Discovered in the most recent big pocket found in the Big Kahuna II Zone this astounding 154.5 gram Kunzite is for sale! This wonderful deep-purple kunzite is available for only $2,320.oo!! The same zone at the OceanView Mine contained deep … Continued

The Cursed Black Orlov Diamond

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This Labor Day we wanted to showcase this creepy cursed black diamond. A lot like most precious objects from history there is usually a great story. The Black Orlov Diamond originally rough 195 carat is spectacularly gorgeous but not to … Continued

A Miners Split

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From the world famous OceanView Mine.  Blue Caps, Tourmaline of all colors , a few aquas, big chunks of super pink morganite, and nice sized quartz crystals round out the haul.  If you know one of the miners and buy … Continued

Gems for the Fall Solstice

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The four seasons are predicted by shifting sunlight. The shifting sunlight is determined by the tilt of the earth’s axis and how our planet orbits the Sun. Fall Solstice. During the of pregnancy of Autumn, it is the time of Harvest. … Continued

Can Gemstones Come from Space?

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Rocks that fall from the sky have had people throughout history scared yet curious. The scientific significance they have been compelling. These are made of extremely unique materials that fascinate scientists, collectors and everyone in between! A great deal of … Continued