The Crystal Dictonary

The Crystal Dictonary

Emma Dearnaley
A quick reference guide to some of the most commonly used and more obscure crystal and mineral terms.
Blue John Fluorite - History & Properties

Blue John Fluorite - History & Properties

Emma Dearnaley
Find out more about Britain's most famous crystal!
Blue Rose Quartz

Blue Rose Quartz

Emma Dearnaley
What is Blue Rose Quartz? Find out more!
Petrified Wood

Petrified Wood

Emma Dearnaley
Learn more about what Petrified Wood is, and how it's formed.
Celestite

Celestite

Emma Dearnaley
Learn more about the beautiful Celestite.
Crystal Mythbusters - Why Do Crystal Names End in 'ite'?

Crystal Mythbusters - Why Do Crystal Names End in 'ite'?

Emma Dearnaley
Find out more about why crystal and mineral names so often end in 'ite'!
Moldavite

Moldavite

Emma Dearnaley
Learn more about what Moldavite is and how it was formed.
What Crystals You Can Find in the UK?

What Crystals You Can Find in the UK?

Emma Dearnaley
Learn more about what crystals and minerals can be found right on your doorstep!
Why is Brandberg Amethyst So Special?

Why is Brandberg Amethyst So Special?

Emma Dearnaley
Brandberg Amethyst is a very special variety of Amethyst that can be found exclusively in Namibia. They are an incredible mixture of very light to ...
Herkimer Diamond

Herkimer Diamond

Emma Dearnaley
Learn more about Herkimer Diamonds.