Archive for September 2020
Top 10 rockhounding FAQs
Below I have listed a quick glance guide for the most asked questions from beginner rockhounds. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us and we will be sure to get back with you. 1.What is lapidary? Lapidary is the complex work of engraving, cutting, or polishing stones or gems. A Lapidarist…
Read MoreThe Copper State
Arizona is one of the most densely mineralized states in the U.S. Frequently referred to as the “Copper State”, its high-forested plateaus, scorching desert plains, and southern woodland areas offer a wide diversity of topography. Did you know the Colorado Plateau covers the northern third of the entire state? The ancient sandstone formations on the…
Read MoreEver heard of an Apache Tear?
Apache Tear is a term used for rounded pebbles of obsidian. These rounded pebbles are comprised of black volcanic glass. They form when lava flows over a mineral called Gray Perlite, while water is present. Immediate cooling paired with various alkali and water contents, result in the obsidian glass converting to perlite. Within the perlite…
Read MoreDid you know Arizona is Volcanic?!
Arizona is home to active volcanic areas, some have only just erupted 1,000 years ago! You can even visit these volcanic areas. Within the San Francisco volcanic field located in Flagstaff Arizona, lies the Sunset Crater. When the last volcanic eruption occurred, a 6.5 mile crevice opened and created a wall of fire, made from…
Read MoreFossils
Fossils are time capsules embedded within almost every sedimentary rock. Most fossils are shells or isolated bones. The majority of fossils are shellfish that occupied neritic seas. When a shellfish dies it falls to the sea floor, where its soft body rots away. It’s hard,Aragonite shell becomes buried, and over millions of years the shell…
Read MoreThe “Out of Towners”
—Moroccan Agates are known for their dazzling colors and fascinating patterns. They come in a wide array of colors and patterns. They flourish in widely disseminated areas of Morocco. Every agate has a unique appearance. The diverse hues and pattern styles are affected due to things such as temperature, pressure, and also the accessory minerals…
Read MoreWhy Collect Rocks and Minerals?
We all sadly know that one critical person who is going to say something like, “Rocks!? Why on earth do you care about rocks?” There are a LOT of benefits, so if you weren’t sure whether you should jump on the bandwagon, surely one of these reasons will resonate with you! · …
Read MoreJust Get out there!
Rock collecting is a lot of fun and is a hobby all ages can enjoy. If you’re new to the rock world, my hope is to help you learn some things you need to know to start hunting and collecting, rocks and minerals. We can’t possibly fit everything you need to know in one little…
Read MoreWhy are our rocks different that others you may buy?
Most Cabochons you will buy are man made, or made in bulk from large companies. Larger and more rough pieces you may buy are from sellers, are usually buying their pieces in bulk from rock hounders. Our products are hand picked, carried miles on our backs, and travel with us back home. We soak and…
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