It's always so much fun to get your requests and have an excuse to break out some of the more obscure gem varieties in our collection. What would you like us to feature in the future? Let us know!
@edmundaviles3955
2 жыл бұрын
Review exotic stones and materials like carmeltazite , sky stones of Sierra Leone , Wurtzite boron nitride , Libyan desert glass ,londsdelite hexagonal micro diamond from meteorites and quasi crystal alloy meteorites idk lol I liked the pallasitic peridot and the tektite pearl any other out of this world materials ???
@Jadeddoxy
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe like black jade? I haven't seen much people talk about them
@wyomingadventures
2 жыл бұрын
Medicine Bow agate. I think it's only found in the Medicine Bow mountains. Would love to know more about it. Not a rock I see much about. I have a couple pieces of it.
@KP-ty9yl
2 жыл бұрын
Etched spessartine garnet :D
@culinarymaster52
2 жыл бұрын
Please do an episode on Uvarovite the raw form and the jewelry made from it. I think I might have one!! It's a completely green rock with green crystals scattered throughout it.
@bolladragon
2 жыл бұрын
“My favorite use for barite is how it’s used medically!” said someone I assume has never had to drink those gallons of barite slush before a hospital scan. 😅
@ZaDussault
2 жыл бұрын
And as viewers, we love you too!
@SharpAssKnittingNeedles
2 жыл бұрын
As a Coloradan, barite is a common mineral to me, but those Romanian specimens are insane 🥰 so beautiful!
@xbrizamarii
2 жыл бұрын
star garnet is my favorite!! so unique and interesting
@KP-ty9yl
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, 4 and 6 ray star garnet :D
@amirabdelaziz4427
2 жыл бұрын
I have to admit that the content you broadcast is like no other content on any KZitem channel. At some point I thought I know lots of things about gemstones, but you prove me wrong and there is yet still more to learn. You're doing great, keep up the great work.
@wyomingadventures
2 жыл бұрын
You all don't know how much I appreciate your channel. I've learned so much about rocks and gems from watching your videos. So a big thank you from a crazy rock lover!
@timscyther324
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video!! Really would love to see some cut and rough vayrynenite and hibonite next time!!
@tommunyon2874
Жыл бұрын
I keep a desert rose in my wall mounted printer's box, along with other collectibles, such a cloisonne, scrimshaw, coral, cinnabar lacquer ware, and etc.
@ophilianecr
2 жыл бұрын
Another great video! I would really appreciate seeing a dedicated video on old and newer fake/ manmade gems. Things with little value like "colored Rutilated quartz", "Dragon fire opal", good ol "goldstone/ sandstone" and now "Kashmir rubies" are popping up. There's been an increase in fake semi precious stones and jewelry in the market; and I imagine it can be hard for newer gem enthusiasts to know what's worth investing in and collecting. As you know, many people think they're getting something genuine and overpay for resin/ glass.
@SharpAssKnittingNeedles
2 жыл бұрын
To be fair, goldstone is quite difficult to make well. The pretty sparkly bits take a long time to form under very specific conditions. Took the Venetian glass makers a long time to perfect.
@ophilianecr
2 жыл бұрын
@@SharpAssKnittingNeedles oh I'm aware, that's why I added the "old and new faux gems". I have several pieces of goldstone that were purchased strictly because of their visual impact, but Im aware their value isn't the same as other "low value" natural stones. This video request is based on the faux gems out there in droves and people who buy them, thinking they have something special. Colored Rutilated quartz really pisses me off to no end!
@tamarrajames3590
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see you cover Moonstone, and all the colours it comes in.🖤🇨🇦
@michaeltrudell9356
2 жыл бұрын
That blue barite looks really Kool!
@KrosanBeast315
Жыл бұрын
9:50 Cavansite normally grows on a Heulandite matrix. It can also have Pentagonite growing right next to it. Pentagonite can have a very similar to nearly identical color to Cavansite. It takes a keen eye and advanced education to tell the difference. Cavansite and Pentagonite have different chemical formulas and different crystal habits.
@imari2305
Жыл бұрын
I've never heard of Cavensite or Indigo gabbro before. That blue color on the Cavensite was just stunning. I've learned so much from watching JTV over the years and now your you tube channel. I do have a request; I would love to know more about BC Ocean Picture Stone. I would also love to see you all cover Herkimer Diamonds from my home state of NY and any other gems and minerals from NY as well.
@wenis02
2 жыл бұрын
I have a specimen of Hemimorphite, and I was very confused until she opened the second box. Mine looks like the Italian example.
@stephenscordato4321
2 жыл бұрын
We love you guys too!
@seancrisci610
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video showing the uses of these rare specimens this world revolves around minerals it's just fascinating and magical to me
@michaeltrudell9356
2 жыл бұрын
Poor Gabrielle had to wait a long time.😎
@largent45
2 жыл бұрын
I never even realized that barite came in so many different formations and colors. The other two minerals i have never even heard of before. Gorgeous and rare. The indigo gabbro was awesome. Thank you for sharing
@SiX1SE7EN
2 жыл бұрын
I just had a Barium swallow yesterday. Yuck! 🤢 Great job on the video Rebecca, Brittany and Rob! I love the addition of a quick viewer requested specimen!
@denizcaglayan
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing! The fluorite looks like raw emerald and your barite is quite good quality. :)
@loganmurray7238
2 жыл бұрын
Wow beautiful specamins , love your videos ❤️👍
@SharpAssKnittingNeedles
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for explaining secondary mineralization! As a geology student, I've had people not believe me when I tell them that this is how most malachite and azurite form 😂
@kyleflounder9783
Жыл бұрын
YES Indigo Gabbro is an awesome stone. I have been meaning to get one for their metaphysical properties, the spheres I'm after though are a bit pricey. I'd love to see you guys try and get your hands on purple (fire) labradorite. It's kinda expensive and rare, but it is breathtaking when you find the right piece.
@aborch7
2 жыл бұрын
This was awesome, thank y’all for always feeding my rock addiction 😂💜
@troyblueearth7450
2 жыл бұрын
I feel like you’re not doing the series anymore but I really want an unboxing Wyoming
@forsythia33
11 ай бұрын
These videos are so interesting!
@SharpAssKnittingNeedles
2 жыл бұрын
I did research in a lab that involved grinding heavy metals like vanadium into a fine powder, and I survived! Silicosis is prolly the real danger like he said. That being said, the cavansite specimens are beautiful. In fact, they're almost as pretty as Robert himself 😍
@karengarcia8587
2 жыл бұрын
I never heard of these gemstones before but now they look amazing and unique.🙎♀️😀💎 It's very interesting🤔 to know the facts like where to find them, how they're form and get into many colors. My favorites are the spikey glass💠 like barite, the small light blue🔵 gem and the desert rose.🌹🏜 Hope you do another video like this one. Thanks for teaching us about them and nice video.😉👍👩🏫🧑🏫💎
@catienoble3191
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see an Unboxing episode all about the different varieties of agate!
@-.Tristan.-
2 жыл бұрын
Second this^
@SharpAssKnittingNeedles
2 жыл бұрын
Hoo boy that would be a looooong video! Would make a great series though 😁
@desereetouchet9294
Жыл бұрын
I think they saw your comment 😊
@catienoble3191
Жыл бұрын
@@desereetouchet9294 I think so too!
@SharpAssKnittingNeedles
Жыл бұрын
@@desereetouchet9294 Holy shit they sure did! 😭 I'm still gathering the courage to click! That video is going to be epic!
@rogerhargreaves2272
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, some amazing specimens there. I absolutely loved thenIndigo Gabbro. Thanks Gabrielle. 😀
@patrickkillilea5225
2 жыл бұрын
Dang! That is a nice specimen of Cavansite. I want one!
@bluemoon2773
Жыл бұрын
This ep was awesome. I only knew about blue botryoidal hemimorphite until now. But that crystal formation is very interesting! I also have some cavansite from India and didn’t know about the precautions you should take when handling it so, good to know
@KrosanBeast315
Жыл бұрын
Cavansite is a Collector's Stone. It is way too soft to faceted on an Industrial scale, but a few faceted pieces can be found, often for hundreds of dollars.
@heathervannatter364
2 жыл бұрын
Yay!! Let's gooooo!!
@sandmaker
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty darn cool Lots of really big specimens with lots of colors. Keep the fun comping .😷⚒
@LDiamondz
Жыл бұрын
Could you show some Iolite, ametrine, Moonstone and orthoclase? You don't see much of them for sale, anymore.
@SharpAssKnittingNeedles
2 жыл бұрын
That indigo gabbro is interesting! At a glance I'd call it andesite because of all that light-colored feldspar (assuming?). Maybe it's hydrothermal alteration? Gonna have to read up on this one 😄
@youngazamh
2 жыл бұрын
My request is COVELLITE! So deep blue & beautiful cabochons 💙
@matthewg3374
2 жыл бұрын
Can y’all please do a video on Phenacite? I wanna see Phenacite crystals
@lauraholman6952
2 жыл бұрын
I would love a video on oregon sunstones...just putting that out there lol
@michelemurphy3541
2 жыл бұрын
Love!! Love this channel so much!! I am learning more about the stones I work with as well as the stones I want to collect and it is fantastic! Thank You such a wonderful platform-the people presenting are so cool!
@JenTibbi7023
2 жыл бұрын
I'm a new subscriber 🤗 I love minerals 💎 and your channel is fantastic. Thanks from Australia 🇦🇺
@Clarion11
2 жыл бұрын
Would you consider doing a video about feldspars? I’ve got some lovely faceted feldspars, but I don’t know how to tell the different groups apart, moonstone vs sunstone vs labradorite. Would love some more information!
@TheTornie
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a sunstone episode about its many forms, confetti, Oregon, iolite, aquamarine.
@QuestionsStuff
2 жыл бұрын
Subbed This was really informative :)
@viniciusleal3562
Жыл бұрын
I Love gabbro too
@catespice
2 жыл бұрын
Have you guys ever done Goodletite? Otherwise known as New Zealand ruby rock? I can probably send you a piece to look at 🙂
@Auti-Rex
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video again thank you
@davidhubert949
2 жыл бұрын
Would love to see one on epidote lol so many great localities like Alaska, Austria, Kenya and Pakistan produce great specimens and gem material and its a wonderful mineral to look at lol
@wizard44
2 жыл бұрын
Do Phenacite! Also my current favorite combo is Heliodor + Garnet + Blue Tourmaline.
@texasceechelle
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! In the middle of the big bladed Barite sample, you did a close up on, you didn’t mention what the little purple-ish seed shaped stones were.
@gems
2 жыл бұрын
There are a couple possibilities. We think it is either marcasite or bournonite, but needs further testing to be sure.
@canadiangemstones7636
Жыл бұрын
Bulgaria means it’s likely galena, it’s abundant there.
@mohammedouchen5404
Жыл бұрын
Can you make a vlog about zultanite(sultanite)i thick it is very underraiting gem stone
@KrosanBeast315
Жыл бұрын
10:41 That is a Trapiche Emerald.
@nicolasruiz7054
2 жыл бұрын
can you guys unbox amicite and penfieldite, i heard they are rare minerals and beautiful to look at especially penfieldite.
@drewskifrosty5955
2 жыл бұрын
Rob should have chose the other specimen. You can tell he is still learning. The size of the Cavansite on the smaller specimen was HUGE for the species! The others are about average.
@shrigma6724
2 жыл бұрын
Some sugilite would be awesome 😉
@johnnynephrite6147
Жыл бұрын
I can't get enough of Brittainy.
@enjoylife1401
2 жыл бұрын
From srilanka Best gemstone in srilanka💎🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰
@scottyrush1523
2 жыл бұрын
another great video
@rebeccaoneal2666
2 жыл бұрын
Is not a gem but could you feature peacock ore on an episode?
@queenlatty9300
2 жыл бұрын
I found a rock under u-v light i movie like the sky with the clouds and stars its beautiful.
@megzdubv2950
2 жыл бұрын
I have a sphere that goes by the name Chinese Writing Stone because it’s pattern looks like duh Chinese Writing, but was curious if any of ya know what type of‘family’ or system it’s from
@lorawaring883
2 жыл бұрын
WOW. Seeing all these cool looking specimens, a question came to mind: do crystals continue to grow, or do they "die" when removed from home?
@gems
2 жыл бұрын
They don't die, but they won't continue to grow without being in the conditions that cause growth. Most of these crystals grew a long time ago and the conditions for growth are no longer present, so removing them from "home" won't impact growth one way or another.
@lilbar3snightfall888
2 жыл бұрын
Do you guys have any calverite specimens
@markgarin6355
2 жыл бұрын
Ah.... Barium enema. What were the roundish blue things?
@gems
2 жыл бұрын
We weren't entirely certain and didn't run tests, but we think possibly marcasite or bournonite
@markgarin6355
2 жыл бұрын
@@gems thanks
@meerza
2 жыл бұрын
Would it be possible to talk about serendibite, i have a gem but no lab knows how to check it
@canadiangemstones7636
Жыл бұрын
No lab? Really? Send it to GIA.
@meerza
Жыл бұрын
@@canadiangemstones7636 Gia said they don’t know how to check it…very rare
@dawnsalois
Жыл бұрын
7 pieces of hemimorphite and they were all---including the 2000+ stone, middling quality. I have one piece from China it too is on the middling side with a black spot of something trapped in the stone. hard pressed to find the color again and it is fierce expensive. If you can ever find any that looks like the big cab shown-----BUY IT. like pietersite and blue tigers eye, it is only an incidental find when mining commercial minerals. So get it while you can. Same with Chinese pietersite. Good pieces are WAY better than the African specimens. you may find red, blue and gold with chatoyancy in the same piece. If you are lucky you may get a piece that shows a rainbow effect in the tigers eye. i had one it was stolen and i have only seen one other showing that effect.
@remedyhawke
2 жыл бұрын
But.... you never told us about the little grey-blue botryoidal berries in the blades of barite. What are those? Another form of barite? Something else? When you're showing raw samples like that, I want to know ALL the details. ALSO, when minerals have so many different habits, how does one identify them?
@canadiangemstones7636
Жыл бұрын
Probably galena. Barite is an easy ID, due to high SG, cleavage, and softness.
@mirtheenlucavos6563
2 жыл бұрын
Can you guys make a video off wernerite or somting like it i watch all youre guys video s.
@trenton6621
2 жыл бұрын
Love me no i love you!
@seasonallyferal1439
Жыл бұрын
Could you do BC ocean picture stone?
@craigmitchell8472
Жыл бұрын
What gemstone is the best investment for my kids...?
@finncochrane2321
Жыл бұрын
could you please do nz gems
@TDogsYard
2 жыл бұрын
Is desert rose not also a formation of gypsum??
@gems
2 жыл бұрын
It is!
@austinsehgal8683
2 жыл бұрын
When will you talk about the gemstones and minerals in Genshin Impact?
@007kingifrit
2 жыл бұрын
uh did her nails just change mid stone?
@007kingifrit
2 жыл бұрын
cavansite is also called pentagonite right?
@canadiangemstones7636
Жыл бұрын
Similar but different minerals.
@thenorthernpalace261
9 ай бұрын
Did Gabrielle watch this T.T
@gems
8 ай бұрын
We never heard from her! Hopefully she will one day
@cocopufer5667
2 жыл бұрын
Theres nothing wrong with diamonds, rubies, and emeralds. Just sayin. LOL
@carlscottamos6501
2 жыл бұрын
The music in the background is really annoying. I quit watching after 4 minutes.
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