Curious Minds Did You Know? Granite is a type of igneous rock that contains about 20% quartz.
Dragons Eggs are actually worn Quartz pebbles which have been cut and polished to reveal the beautiful nature of the crystals within. Dragon eggs are produced in Brazil.
Quartz is a form of silica and is the most common mineral found in the earth’s crust. As such Quartz and Quartz crystals can be found in large quantities all over the world. Regardless of this abundance, large and very clear Quartz crystals are highly prized by collectors.
Amethyst is a lilac to deep purple variety of the mineral Quartz and is one of the most popular gemstones in the world. In an Egyptian legend, Isis used rose quartz to maintain her divine youth and beauty. It was also revered by ancient Chinese and Tibetan cultures.
