12 Gorgeous Gems And Minerals You Have Never Seen Before

Do you like rare stones and jewelry? How many different kinds do you know? Diamonds, Pearls and Rubies are definitely some of the most beautiful and popular gems in the world but there are also other, lesser known gems and minerals which are just as gorgeous or more that get much less attention.

Today we gathered some of the most amazing ones and are presenting them to you, fellow lazy penguins. The list includes both raw and refined versions of these incredible gems and minerals.

Do you know any other types that have stolen your hearts and we missed? Please let us know in the comments!

1. Tanzanite

Tanzanite
Tanzanite

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2. Apatite

Apatite
Apatite

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3. Benitoite

Benitoite
Benitoite

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4. Turquoise

Turquoise
Turquoise

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5. Dendritic Moss Agate

Dendritic Moss Agate
Dendritic Moss Agate

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6. Pietersite

Pietersite
Pietersite

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7. Ethiopian Black Opal

Ethiopian Black Opal
Ethiopian Black Opal

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8. Opal

Opal
Opal

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9. Alexandrite

Alexandrite
Alexandrite

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10. Red Beryl

Red Beryl
Red Beryl

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11. African Prehnite

African Prehnite
African Prehnite

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12. Watermelon Tourmaline

Watermelon Tourmaline
Watermelon Tourmaline

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