Tourmaline is a gemstone mineral widely found on Earth, renowned for its rich diversity of colors and unique crystal structure. The name derives from the Sinhala word “tourmali,” meaning “mixed gemstone,” reflecting its often multicolored appearance. It belongs to the aluminum silicate group of minerals, with a complex composition that includes elements such as silicon,…
PiXiu is a mythical creature in Chinese tradition, often regarded as a symbol of wealth attraction and prosperity. It is believed to possess the magical ability to swallow treasures and spit out riches, drawing wealth and protecting it from external disturbances. In Feng Shui, PiXiu is considered a bringer of good fortune, capable of warding…
Rutilated Quartz is a type of transparent crystal that contains metallic minerals, mainly in the form of needle-like or thread-like inclusions of “Rutile” (Titanium Dioxide). The transparent crystal itself is quartz (SiO₂), while rutile (Rutile) is the inclusion inside, typically presenting as fine, metallic threads of gold, red, or silver. These metallic threads crisscross within…
Diamond is a natural gemstone and an allotrope of carbon, primarily composed of pure carbon elements. Its structure consists of a highly regular and tightly packed three-dimensional crystal lattice formed by covalent bonds between carbon atoms. This structure gives diamonds their exceptional hardness and luster. With a Mohs hardness of 10, diamonds are the hardest…
