Rainbow Pyrite Opal and when exposed to the

and when exposed to the elements over a long period of time can change into the closely related malachite

Amber is the fossilized resinous tree sap from conifer trees

and under optimal conditions these insects will be clearly visible within the fossilized amber pieces

A vivid and richly colored copper-based mineral

The word copper originates from the latin for the island of Cyprus

Rainbow Pyrite Opal and when exposed to theThe famed fools gold, pyrite is an abundant sulfide mineral that despite some similarities can easily be distinguished from actual gold by its crystal form (typically cuboidal) and being much harder whereas gold is soft and malleable. Pyrite formations tend to be shiny and metallic, with particularly high shine or uniquely shaped pieces prized by collectors. Rainbow or peacock pyrite is a much rarer form of pyrite named for the unmistakable and