One of many types of opal, FIRE OPAL has a distinct red, yellow, and orange color.
Found in many types of rock, VIVIANITE is an iron phosphate mineral. Its crystals commonly grow in prisms parallel to the rock surface.
Also known as fool's gold, PYRITE is an iron sulfide mineral. It's shiny, gold in color, and its crystals form in a cubic structure.
GARNET is the gem in this jewelry made by Boise, Idaho artist Steven Dexter.
AMETHYST is the gem in this jewelry made by Boise, Idaho artist Kay Seurat.
GALENA is a lead mineral found in many types of rocks. It is shiny, dark, and it crystallizes in an angular cube formation.
Spencer, Idaho is the "Opal Capital of America." The Spencer Mine is a source of PINK OPAL, known for its color, transparency, and high quality.
RHODOCHROSITE is the gem in this jewelry by Boise, ID artist Kay Seurat.
BORNITE is also known as peacock ore due to its color. It is a sulfide mineral found in many types of rock. Look for shades of blue and purple.
CHALCEDONY is the gem in this jewelry by Boise, Idaho artist Steven Dexter.
