Posted on July 12th, 2008 by Content Keyword RSS
The Quadville Beryl Pit July 12, 2008 by rockwatching Looking for Gem Quality Aquamarine in Ontario 02, originally uploaded by Mic2006. As Maggie explained to a fellow rockhound - this is our “puppy-o-potomus”. In truth, it is Shaka, our once much loved golden retriever who died of cancer some time ago. We now have Chester and he is very bad! On a happier note, Maggie is using the rockhound hammer in a very un-rockhound like way to sift through debris at the Quadeville Beryl Pit for spe
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Posted on July 12th, 2008 by Content Keyword RSS
HOW ARE MINERALS FORMED? MINERALS are naturally occuring, inorganic solids, with a characteristic chemical composition, having a regular atomic structure throughout. Man-made industrial diamonds are not considered true minerals. Having said that, there are also some Organic Minerals, such as Amber. Purists are reluctant to call organic minerals minerals, but they satisfy at least three of the criteria for inorganic mineral makeup, and therefore the point is open to debate. How Many Minerals a
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Posted on May 29th, 2008 by Content Keyword RSS
London, UK (PRWEB) May 29, 2008 — Fameo, the British online jewellery store has launched a new fine jewellery line, centred around Mueda aquamarine gemstones. Named after the largest town of the…
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