Now available here. There are more than 1,500 species recorded in Australia, and this publication aims to illustrate more than half of those. Australia also has 186 Type Locality minerals (and counting). There are 715 full-colour pages in this first volume and it includes the minerals from acanthite through to cyrilovite....
Mimetite is a popular mineral among collectors, and is a lead arsenate mineral. It is usually found in the oxidised zone of lead ore deposits, and occurs a variety of habits including flat tabular hexagonal crystals, long prismatic hexagonal crystals, rounded crystals, and even some that look fibrous! However, not...
If you’re a mineral collector, then you have likely encountered the zeolite mineral analcime. So in this post, we’ll discuss what this is, where it is found, its chemical and physical properties, and its uses. Analcime is a sodium aluminum silicate that is a zeolite group mineral, and that can...
There are many localities where you can find cerussite in Australia, and it is common in many other parts of the world. Cerussite is a lead carbonate mineral which is by and large found in the oxidized zone of lead-zinc ore deposits. Typically colourless to white in colour, cerussite may...
Many civilizations throughout history have treasured the precious gemstone sapphire. As a matter of fact, Royalty have coveted its deep blue hue making it one of the most sought-after gemstones in the world. It is incredibly scratch resistant and durable as well as stunningly beautiful. Sapphires come in a range...
Introduction Rhodochrosite is a pink or red mineral with a long history of appreciation by mineral collectors. It is also popular with jewellery artisans. Its unique colour makes it a favourite for many. This blog post will discuss what makes it so popular, where it is found, and how it...
Azurite, a copper carbonate mineral, formula Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2, has long been a favourite among mineral collectors. This deep blue mineral is prized for its intense colour and crystal formations. But what exactly is azurite, makes this mineral so special, and what makes it so appealing to collectors? In this guide, we’ll...
