Rock Explorer: 12 Natural Stones Box
Size: 2-4cm each piece
Box size: 15x10x4cm
Stones included: Red Jasper, Amethyst, Amazonite, Ruby in Zoisite, Lapis Lazuli, Dalmatian Jasper, Tiger's Eye stone, Citrine, Rose Quartz, Green Fluorite, Clear Quartz, Black Tourmaline
Discover the natural beauty of Earth's treasures with the Rock Explorer: 12 Natural Stones Box. This handpicked collection features 12 unique raw stones, each measuring approximately 2-4 cm in size, housed in a sturdy 15 x 10 x 4 cm box. Whether you're a budding geologist, a stone enthusiast, or simply curious about the natural world, this box offers an exciting way to explore a variety of minerals. Each stone comes in its raw, unpolished form, showcasing its authentic, natural beauty.
What’s Inside:
Red Jasper: Iron-rich microcrystalline quartz. Opaque red stone with earthy texture. Ancient Egyptians called it "the blood of Mother Earth."
Amethyst: Purple variety of quartz (SiO₂). Color comes from iron impurities. Can fade if exposed to prolonged sunlight.
Amazonite: Blue-green variety of microcline feldspar. Named after Amazon River, though ironically not found there. Often confused with jade.
Ruby in Zoisite: Natural combination of ruby crystals in green zoisite matrix. Also called anyolite. Found almost exclusively in Tanzania.
Lapis Lazuli: Rock composed mainly of lazurite, calcite, and pyrite. Used in ancient Egypt for pharaohs' death masks. Afghanistan's primary export.
Dalmatian Jasper: White spotted jasper with black tourmaline inclusions. Only found in Chihuahua, Mexico. Named for its resemblance to Dalmatian dogs.
Tiger's Eye: Chatoyant quartz, formed from crocidolite fibers replaced by silica. Shows unique "cat's eye" effect when moved in light.
Citrine: Yellow variety of quartz (SiO₂). Most commercial citrine is heat-treated amethyst. Natural citrine is relatively rare.
Rose Quartz: Pink variety of quartz (SiO₂). Color from titanium, iron, or manganese. Rarely forms into large crystals, usually found massive.
Green Fluorite: Calcium fluoride (CaF₂). Name comes from Latin "fluere" (to flow). Often glows under ultraviolet light.
Clear Quartz: Pure quartz crystal (SiO₂). Most abundant mineral on Earth's crust. Used in electronics and watches.
Black Tourmaline: Complex boron silicate mineral. Becomes electrically charged when heated or rubbed. Can form in giant crystals.
Care Instructions
- Store separately to prevent scratching
- Clean with soft, dry cloth
- Keep fluorite and softer stones away from water
- Avoid direct sunlight and harsh chemicals
- Handle with clean, dry hands
Purpose of the Box:
The Rock Explorer: 12 Natural Stones Box is ideal for anyone looking to start or expand a stone collection, learn more about geology, or simply appreciate the aesthetic beauty of natural minerals. Each stone offers a glimpse into the Earth's diverse geological formations, making this set perfect for educational purposes, display, or as a thoughtful gift for nature lovers and collectors.
This well-curated selection of raw stones comes in a compact, recyclable box, making it easy to store or gift. Experience the wonder of the natural world, one stone at a time!