Take a closer look at Vanadinite from Morocco, where tiny red crystals sit among golden blades. Discover how it forms, its surprising connection to the discovery of vanadium, and how to care for this beautiful specimen.

Smoky Quartz is much more than brown quartz. Discover what creates its smoky color, its fascinating connection to Scotland’s Cairngorm Mountains, why the darkest pieces are called morion, and where Smoky Quartz can even be found right here in North Carolina.

Have you ever wondered why you rarely see Rose Quartz clusters? Discover what really gives this familiar pink stone its color, why it usually does not form visible crystal points and how some pieces may be hiding a beautiful six-rayed star.

Most crystal-shop “selenite” is actually satin spar. Discover how these two forms of gypsum differ, why they glow, and how to care for them.

Obsidian is much more than a shiny black stone. Explore its beautiful varieties, fascinating history, traditional associations and simple care tips.

Carnelian is much more than a beautiful fiery orange stone. Come along as we explore what gives it its color, how ancient civilizations used it, and some of the traditions that still surround it today.