Amethyst Wine Stopper Turtle We DO NOT think there

We DO NOT think there is any gold or silver

Black onyx from Mexico

Labradorite is a plagioclase feldspar that is found in mafic igneous rocks

this "onyx" is actually calcite since is fizzes with hydrochloric acid solution

Polished freeform Lapis Lazuli

Amethyst Wine Stopper Turtle We DO NOT think thereAmethyst is a purple variety of quartz that gets its color from irradiation and inclusions of iron in the crystal lattice. Amethyst has been prized for thousands of years as a gemstone, commonly being used in jewelry. Ancient Greeks believed that amethyst prevented the intoxicating effects of alcohol. Amethyst was considered a precious gem until the 18th century when large deposits were discovered in South America. These pieces are glued to a wine