
Minerology
In the Minerology Collection, we have the really serious stuff! These will be samples of stones in their almost raw state, incorporated into a necklace or other jewelry design. Rocks and Minerals are such a fascinating subject, and I often wish I had become a minerologist!
We discussed how agates are formed under Desert Wind, but what about Labradorite, or Amazonite, Hematite, Lapis Lazuli, and Turquoise? Plus other members of the Quartz family, such as Tiger's Eye, Carnelian, and Jasper, to name a few?
All gemstones are made of minerals, mostly inorganic. The hardness of the stone is the main quality that determines its value. For example, diamonds have a hardness of 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Next, with a hardness of 9 are the corundum family (aluminum oxide), including sapphire and ruby. In the range of 8 we find topaz, beryl, emerald, and zirconia. It is in the range of 7 and below that we find the semi-precious gemstones, which are the type we are more likely to carry at Style ARThouse. They are not as expensive, but still very beautiful and interesting, such as all the different varieties of agate, which falls in the 6.5-7.0 range. These stones, such as amethyst, are still hard enough to resist scratching and maintain sharp crystal faces. So much to think about!
"Archaeological" Carved Soapstone and Heishi Bead Bracelet, 7.0 Inches
"Carved in Carnelian", Carnelian Bracelet, 7.5 Inches
"Carved in Carnelian", Carnelian Pendant Necklace, 21 Inches
"Chrysocolla Heart" Natural Chrysocolla Heart Pendant on 18" Goldtone Chain
"Crystal Clear" Perfectly Clear Quartz Crystal Bracelet in a Nugget Shapes
"Crystal Clear" Perfectly Clear Quartz Crystal Earrings in a Nugget Shape
"Desert Landscape Geode" Crazy Lace Agate Necklace with Geode Pendant, 23 Inches
"Desert Landscape" Crazy Lace Agate Bracelet with Copper Accents
"Desert Landscape" Crazy Lace Agate Earrings, 1.5 Inches

"Designs from the Earth" Crazy Lace Agate Earrings
"Designs from the Earth" Crazy Lace Agate Pendant Necklace, 23 Inches

"Emma" Naturally Pink Rhodochrosite Earrings
"Energy Healer" Translucent White Opal Globe Pendant on Stainless Steel Chain, 16 Inches
"Flight of Fancy" Labradorite and Czech Glass Bracelet with Dove Charm
"Fossil Hunter" Natural Turritella Fossil Agate Necklace on 18 Inch Brass Chain

"Fossilized" Natural Ammonite Fossil Necklace on 18 inch brass chain
"From Labrador with Love" Iridescent Labradorite Necklace with Green Amazonite, 25 Inches

"From Russia with Love" Green Russian Amazonite, 1.5 Inches
"Healing Hands" Natural Turquoise Globe Pendant on Stainless Steel Chain, 16 Inches
"Hurtling Through Space" a Bracelet of the Asteroid Belt, Natural Mineral Nuggets
"Hurtling Through Space" a Choker of the Asteroid Belt, Natural Mineral Nuggets, 16 Inches

"Hurtling Through Space" a Necklace of the Asteroid Belt, Natural Mineral Nuggets, 26 Inches

"Irresistable" Genuine Crazy Lace Jasper and Heishi Shell Bracelet, 7.5 Inches
