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Three Weeks Until Showtime!!
Three Weeks Until Showtime!!
Greetings from Rockology! The Tucson Show is upon us!!  Three weeks from today will be our opening day!  A container filled with new material arrived in March, pre-tariff and will... Read more...
BellaVee Returns!!
BellaVee Returns!!
Our 22nd St Show in Tucson, 2025 featured an addition to our display. Exclusive crystal candles added grace and serenity to our stones.  We are pleased to announce Veronica Winther... Read more...
A Huge Thank YOU for making the Denver Show a Success!!
A Huge Thank YOU for making the Denver Show a Success!!
The inaugural 2025 Denver Coliseum Colorado Minerals Fossils and Gems Show is in the books.  We were elated to be back home again in our original show location which provided... Read more...
Big Thanks to Sami Wholesale
We’ve had a great experience using Sami Wholesale to manage wholesale and shipping rules on our Shopify store. The app is flexible, easy to work with, and keeps improving as new features are added. A big thank you to the Sami team for their hands-on support during our theme upgrade! Read more...
2021 TUCSON SHOW POSTPONED!!
COVID strikes again!  Due to increasing numbers in the City of Tucson the Health Department has postponed the 2021 Gem and Mineral Show to April.  Show dates for those shows that will be participating are April 8th thru 25th. The Rockology show schedule will be as follows: 1.  The Big Gem Show - Hotel Tucson City Center (formerly the Inn Suites). 475 N. Granada Ave.Southwest corner of Granada and 6th Street just off the 1-10 6th Street exit. APRIL 8th thru APRIL 18th. We will be located in doors this... Read more...
The Denver Show is a Go!
The Denver Show is a Go!
Mask up and come see us at the renowned Denver National Western Complex Mineral Show Sept 11th - 20th!  We have moved to the Events Center arena floor space A501/601.... Read more...
An Adventure in Quartz Crystal Digging
An Adventure in Quartz Crystal Digging
Dan has always wanted to dig Quartz Crystals.  His dream came true a few weeks ago at the Ron Coleman Crystal Mine in Jesseville, Arkansas.  A small fee for a... Read more...
5 Reasons Why Rocks Make a Great Gift
We have all been there.  A birthday or holiday gift is needed but what to get?  Wandering the mall or surfing the internet turns up nothing.  The pressure is on to find something unique, personable, impressive, thoughtful and  attractive.  Surprisingly a mineral specimen, stone  AKA a rock fits the bill.  Here’s why.  1.  Plain and simple Rocks are art.  Mother nature’s art.  There is nothing more natural, organic and earthly.  Some sparkle, some glimmer.  Some have beautiful patterns and striations of any color of the rainbow.  There are rocks made... Read more...
A Record Breaking Denver Gem and Mineral Show Thanks to You!
A Record Breaking Denver Gem and Mineral Show Thanks to You!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support us at the Denver Gem and Mineral Show!  Our business continues to grow, and without your support, it wouldn't be possible. ... Read more...
Tucson Gem & Mineral Show Ultimate Guide: Mexican Food
So you’re thinking of attending the 2015 Tucson Gem, Mineral and Fossil Showcase and now you’re wondering what would be the most Tucson thing you could do while here (that is, other than attend the grand daddy of its shows, the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show). Many people would tell you that you have to [...] The post Tucson Gem & Mineral Show Ultimate Guide: Mexican Food appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Opal Stone is a Lover of Light
Fire and water, the perfect mix of natural elements. Together they make a visually stunning stone. Opal isn’t the most popular stone for mineral collections and interior design, but it should start climbing the list. There are many distinctive characteristics and qualities which make opal stand apart from other minerals. The Creation of Opal Known [...] The post Opal Stone is a Lover of Light appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Purple Paradise: Amethyst Stone in the Kitchen
Figs. Plums. Eggplant. Grapes. Blackberries. Purple is a color that simply belongs in the kitchen, and amethyst stone is the way to do it. Purple rarely occurs in nature, but when it does, the results are exquisite. The color itself is associated with imagination and inspiration and is believed to have calming effects on those [...] The post Purple Paradise: Amethyst Stone in the Kitchen appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Tips for Unique Kitchen Design: Agate
Over time, pockets in old lava flows fill with silica and the stunning mineral known as agate is formed. These stones are characterized by the band of mineral deposits that form in their centers. The eye-catching bands come in all shapes and sizes, and slices of agate are ideal for interior design. Agate has so [...] The post Tips for Unique Kitchen Design: Agate appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Interior Design Ideas: Carnelian in the Kitchen
From the impurities created in silica comes the lovely little red stone carnelian. For centuries this semi-precious stone has been used by royalty and nobles to adorn clothing and jewelry. Because hot wax doesn’t stick to carnelian, it was used for signet or seal rings in Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. Polished stones can take on [...] The post Interior Design Ideas: Carnelian in the Kitchen appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Gems and Minerals for Luxury Home Decor
Nothing says luxury like brilliant, luminescent gems and minerals, but bracelets and necklaces aren’t the only places to display such opulence. There are endless opportunities in your home for creative interior design, and incorporating these luxurious gems and minerals will give your dwelling an extravagant, inviting look. Everything Amethyst Accent piece, lamp base, and even [...] The post Gems and Minerals for Luxury Home Decor appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
5 Gems and Minerals that Never Go Out of Style
Gems and minerals have adorned human clothing, furniture, and living spaces for millennia. What is it that draws us in? Time hasn’t changed our love of gems and minerals much. Here are five top gems that never go out of style. Tourmaline This stone is different from most in that it comes in many, many [...] The post 5 Gems and Minerals that Never Go Out of Style appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Landscaping Rocks for Unique Outdoor Design
A beautiful, inviting outdoor space is essential for modern living. Whether you want to create a custom oasis or plan to add value to your home, innovative landscaping is the way to go, and rocks add a natural, organic element to every landscaping design. River Rock One of the best landscaping rocks out there, river [...] The post Landscaping Rocks for Unique Outdoor Design appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Last Minute Gift Ideas
We’ve all been there. Christmas just passed, you're worn out...no, exhausted. Some may still even have a family Christmas or 2 to go to - not to mention New Years. The last thing you want to think about is that one gift you still have yet to get. Well, we feel your pain and we [...] The post Last Minute Gift Ideas appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Man and Nature Collide: The Creation of Arizona Splash Copper
In the heart of the southwest, miners bring copper forth from the bowels of the earth. The metal is soft and easily manipulated, and when heated and cooled in water, splash copper is created. It’s a captivating work of art  created by man with ingredients from the earth to stun and delight all who encounter [...] The post Man and Nature Collide: The Creation of Arizona Splash Copper appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Interior Design Ideas with Gems and Minerals
Whether you’re experienced with design or just starting out, finding fresh interior design ideas for important spaces can be a challenge. There are endless decorating opportunities when you choose natural materials. Gems and minerals such as agate and amethyst stone are ideal for bringing any room a fresh, natural look. Create a Focal Point Living [...] The post Interior Design Ideas with Gems and Minerals appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
The Gift of Well Being
Unbelievably, there are only a few days left before Christmas. With all of the parties, shopping, wrapping, cooking and baking that herald the holidays it becomes all to easy to forget to make a little time for yourself during this super busy season. Carving a few moments to pamper yourself, though, is often enough to [...] The post The Gift of Well Being appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Tips for Choosing a Gem and Mineral Wholesaler
Those looking to buy gems and minerals in bulk turn to wholesalers to get the best prices, but anyone can buy wholesale when they know what to look for. Picking up a precious gem such as amethyst or agate at wholesale prices is the perfect way to add to your collection or to pick up [...] The post Tips for Choosing a Gem and Mineral Wholesaler appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Interior Design Basics – Amethyst!
Amethyst. This mysterious, semi-precious quartz gemstone with its tantalizing purple color is nearly synonymous with richness and elegance. From royal robes to sparkling gems, the hue is a perennial favorite. Combining the calming properties of blue and the electric energy of red, it’s a color that is easy to love – and a color that [...] The post Interior Design Basics – Amethyst! appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
What’s so Special About Agate?
Rockhounds and mineral collectors alike delight at the stunning specimen that is the agate stone. Do you have an eye for contrasting banding lines? Can you appreciate diverse mineral composition? Agate may be the perfect stone for your collection or interior design. There are many reasons why agate is pleasing to the eye: Comprised of [...] The post What’s so Special About Agate? appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – Gift Ideas!
Gift Your Friends With Holidays Treasures They’ll Love – And That Rockhounds Will Love Shopping For! Holiday gift shopping just got a little bit easier. I love giving gifts to people that show them I’ve put some thought into finding something that I really think they’ll love. I’m always on the lookout for things that [...] The post Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – Gift Ideas! appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Ageless Beauty
Since the dawn of time crystals, gemstones and minerals have been precious commodities. Used for trade, to bestow or to express wealth and prosperity; the allure of these gifts from the Earth is as ageless as the pieces themselves. Recently, I was privileged to travel to Istanbul. This exotic city is rich in culture, rife [...] The post Ageless Beauty appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Interior Design with Amethyst Cathedrals
There is something so striking about amethyst geode cathedrals. The exposed layers that lend a fascinating glimpse into their creation, the way the outer layers contrast against the sparkling gems held inside and the sheer size and shapes that they may be found in all work together to create pieces that are infinitely attractive. Used [...] The post Interior Design with Amethyst Cathedrals appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Mineral Collecting–Research, Tools and More
A Basic Guide to Rock and Mineral Collecting Are you fascinated by the glimmer of a crystal or the geology of rock and minerals? We have for you the best mineral collecting resources from research aids, tools, guidebooks and more--start rockhounding today! We at Rockology would like to welcome you to expand your mineral collecting [...] The post Mineral Collecting–Research, Tools and More appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Selling Tips for Wholesale Rock and Mineral Shops
Tips for Selling More Rocks and Minerals With a few tips, sell your wholesale stock of rock and mineral specimens in no time. We would like to let you in on all the little secrets that help your crystals, rocks and minerals sell themselves! We at Rockology would like to let you in on a few [...] The post Selling Tips for Wholesale Rock and Mineral Shops appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Rock and Mineral Gifts for Her
Gift for Her--Rocks and Minerals to Charm Is it time to start shopping for that o’ so special gift? Men—don’t wait until the last minute! Shop now to search the perfect gifts for her. Try something shimmering with crystal, the perfect rock and mineral to cherish, one that shines lovely and bright above all the [...] The post Rock and Mineral Gifts for Her appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Start Collecting Rocks and Minerals For Kids
Fun Ways to Start Rock Collecting with Kids Wouldn’t those curious kids like to go on a treasure hunt? Try rock collecting for kids! Get them interested in science with a little rockhounding and read some fun facts and information about rocks and minerals for kids. Rockology would like to help introduce your kids to [...] The post Start Collecting Rocks and Minerals For Kids appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Petrified Wood History and Information
Petrified Wood 101--What is it? How in the world does petrified wood last so long? It’s made of minerals, of course! Petrified wood is actually not wood at all, but a fossilized form that took on the shape of its former shell. Rockology would like to deliver the inside scoop into Petrified Wood. What makes [...] The post Petrified Wood History and Information appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Rock and Mineral Bookends for Bookworms
Petrified Wood, Geode & Agate Bookends for Avid Readers Are your books overflowing off the shelves? Try a natural solution to your unending book collection—petrified wood, geode and agate bookends. They stand solid like a rock to hold your books in place. Rock and mineral bookends are millions of years in the making—a solid solution [...] The post Rock and Mineral Bookends for Bookworms appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Septarian Sculpture History and Significance
The Origins of Septarian--aka the Dragonstone Why is Septarian one of the most unique aesthetic additions in the mineral world? Because no two pieces ever quite look the same—Septarian nodules form in unusual shapes cut in pyramids, spheres and other interesting shapes that shimmer with crystallized minerals. Also called Dragonstone, Septarian is a unique mix [...] The post Septarian Sculpture History and Significance appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Wholesale Agate Slices for Shops
The Agate Slice--A Fine Wholesale Rock and Mineral Item Are you in search of a new wholesale item to get those customers talking? We have the perfect specimen, the Agate Slice and in bulk—some of the finest cuts of rock we have in our collections. If you are in need of fine rocks and minerals [...] The post Wholesale Agate Slices for Shops appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
History and Significance of Ammonite Fossils
Ammonites 101 What extinct sea creature is popular with rock and mineral collectors and can be found fossilized in nautilus shape form? You guessed it—it’s an ammonite! Ammonite fossils are amongst the most beautiful rock and mineral collector’s items, and despite their abundance the rarest pieces are truly spectacular finds--like a diamond in the rough. [...] The post History and Significance of Ammonite Fossils appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
7 Resources for Wholesale Rock and Mineral Shops
Rock and Mineral Wholesale Shop Top Resources Are you a serious rockhound, a rock and mineral shop, or mineral dealer who’s looking for top resources in wholesale rocks and minerals? We have the solution for you! Here is a list of some of the best resources for wholesale rock and mineral dealers. We at Rockology [...] The post 7 Resources for Wholesale Rock and Mineral Shops appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
6 Modern Interior Design Ideas with Rocks and Minerals
How to Design a Room with Prized Rocks and Minerals Do you have an empty canvas at home--that ordinary room just waiting to be designed? Why not add a little color, sparkle and shine to those walls! Use crystals, rocks and minerals to complete your modern interior design. We at Rockology have compiled a list [...] The post 6 Modern Interior Design Ideas with Rocks and Minerals appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like … Geodes
Interior Design Ideas for Using Amethyst Geodes for Your Holiday Decorating! All year long you passionately add to your collection by scouring shows and websites, stores and shops for yet another fabulous geode. With a hobby as beautiful as this, why wouldn’t you showcase it for the holidays? With its deep purple hue, Amethyst is [...] The post It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like … Geodes appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Top 7 Gem and Mineral Shows 2015 (for Serious Rockhounding)
7 Excellent Events for Rock Collectors Have you ever walked amongst sparkling crystals, vibrant colors and dazzling gems as far as the eye can see? If you said no, then you haven’t been to a Rock and Mineral show--the perfect place to witness the beauty of nature with a little rockhounding. Rockology is here to [...] The post Top 7 Gem and Mineral Shows 2015 (for Serious Rockhounding) appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Calcite Mineral Properties & History
Information About Calcite What mineral compound can you easily find inside the classroom, sparkling inside a hot spring, baked in a petrified forest and crawling underneath the sea? If you thought Calcite, you guessed correctly! Calcium carbonate (CaCO2) is not just a dazzling rock mineral but occurs naturally in many forms. We at Rockology would [...] The post Calcite Mineral Properties & History appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
10 Rocks and Minerals of the American Indians
Rocks & Minerals of the Native Americans Would you guess that on the first Thanksgiving, the American Indians made use of Rocks and Minerals to set the scene for the feast? Without tools to till the field, grind the flour, and light the fire, the feast of Native Americans and pilgrims may not have commenced! [...] The post 10 Rocks and Minerals of the American Indians appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
7 Quick Tips to Start a Rock Collection
Do you like the idea of mapping out a grand adventure in search of lost treasure? Rock collecting is not just about holding onto a box of rocks—it’s the appreciation of the sheer elegance in each unique relic and the act of uncovering rare hidden gems. Rockology invites you to learn all about Earth’s natural [...] The post 7 Quick Tips to Start a Rock Collection appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Little Slices of Heaven
Sprucing Up Your Space! Interior Design Ideas Using Agate Slices Looking for interior design ideas on how to use agate slices in your home? Look no further! These luminescent stunners lend themselves to beautifully to any interior design, giving any room an instant pop of color and interest. Framed Art Easily mounted, sliced agate specimens [...] The post Little Slices of Heaven appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Jasper Stone: History and Meaning
Information About Jasper Whether you are a rock collector, and interior designer, or simply have an inquiring mind of natures beauty, you can not look at this mineral and deny it’s stoic presence. Rockology would like to introduce you to Jasper—a rock of personal strength, endurance and ancient roots with more practical use. Here’s what [...] The post Jasper Stone: History and Meaning appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Tucson Gem and Mineral Show: Ultimate Guide #2 – History
To get the most of out of the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, you must know the show's vibrant history as a starting point! As our next installment in the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show Ultimate guide, enjoy learning about the intriguing history and growth of the famous Tucson Gem and Mineral Show! As an [...] The post Tucson Gem and Mineral Show: Ultimate Guide #2 – History appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Tucson Gem and Mineral Show: Ultimate Guide #1
The Tucson Gem, Mineral and Fossil Showcase – long known locally and internationally as the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show – is the largest gem show in the world. It is truly must see event. That is why Rockology will be bring you the Ultimate Guide to the Tucson Gem and Mineral show. From the [...] The post Tucson Gem and Mineral Show: Ultimate Guide #1 appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Your Next Product Line: Rocks & Minerals
Minerals are the answer! Mneral wholesale is how! But what's the question? At this time of year many small business owners and large corporations alike ask themselves, "How do I grow my business? What is my next product line going to be?" There has never been a better time to capitalize on the movement of [...] The post Your Next Product Line: Rocks & Minerals appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Amethyst Rock: History & Meaning
Information About Amethyst I dare you to take a second out of your busy day to think of something that is breathtaking, enchanting and stunning; you will most likely think of a place before you think of a tangible material. Here at Rockology, the first thing that comes to mind is the Amethyst rock. Most that [...] The post Amethyst Rock: History & Meaning appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...
Drinks on us!
At Rockology we are always striving to improve our valued customer's experience. Yes --- we specialize in hand-selected decorator quality mineral wholesale and providing unique gifts, gift ideas and interior design ideas --- but we like to show off our fun side too! We are introducing the Rockology drink line to help provide a standardized [...] The post Drinks on us! appeared first on Rockology - Nature's Rarest & Most Extreme Minerals. Read more...