The Druzy Frog

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Happy humpday, Friends! 🌟 Let's learn a little bit about muscovite today. This crystal interesting history and unique properties make it a true standout!Muscovite, also known as "white mica," has been adored for centuries. Its name hails from Moscow, where it was commonly used as window glass back in the day. Despite its delicate, sheet-like structure, muscovite was valued for its transparency and ability to be split into thin, flexible layers. Imagine peering through a window made of sparkling pages from nature!

You can find glittering muscovite all over: from the mountains of Brazil (where ours were mined) to the depths of India. As we just read, one of the coolest things about muscovite is its unique structure. It forms in thin, flexible sheets that can be peeled apart, showcasing nature's very own glittery layers. The sparkles you see come from the mineral's perfect cleavage, which means it breaks along flat planes. Perfect for adding a touch of nature's bling to your collection or project! Muscovite comes in various colors, from silver and gold to pink and green, making each piece a unique treasure.

Fun fact: it's also sometimes called "isinglass" due to its glassy appearance and transparency. While it might seem fragile, its historical use as window glass highlights its surprising durability in thin layers. So, whether you're drawn to its glimmer or its fascinating history, muscovite is a gem that certainly deserves a spot in your collection. Need a specimen, msg the page, or join our VIP group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/7546301158829799/?ref=share

Doing a bit of organizing today and took a quick snap: Charoite sphere surrounded by Amazonite with Malachite. Which do you like best?

Morning Froggies ☀️! Today's spotlight is on Lapis Lazuli. Did you know it has been treasured for thousands of years? Ancient Egyptians even ground it into powder to create stunning blue eyeshadow! Swipe through to see the beautiful pieces we have, from raw to polished forms. Each piece highlights the deep blues and those mesmerizing gold flecks, which are actually pyrite inclusions. Enjoy exploring these royal gems! 💙

Happy hump day, dear froggies! More amazing new crystals in stock to drool over and add to your collection! Which calls you most? 🩷💙🤎

We hit a little weather but we're here and checked into our hotel. Tomorrow is the day! If you haven't checked the live earlier, giving a watch so you'll know how to submit requests. Thank you all again for love earlier. I'm ok today!

🌟 The Druzy Frog is Hitting the Road 🧳!🌟

I'm thrilled to announce that next week, my son and I are embarking on a druzy journey to our very first physical crystal wholesaler!

We'll be touching EVERYTHING, Froggies, and selecting from a multitude of crystals to find the absolute best gems just for you.🌈✨

And don't laugh. You may be seeing lots of candid moments as I try to capture our quest on video. A wee bit concerned about my, uhm....let's say enthusiasm about crystals, my son's reactions are sure to sprinkle some gems into our treasure hunt - a 15 year old, moody gamer, what could go wrong 😒. I think he agreed just so he can chaperone me. 🤣

👉 Here’s where you come in! We want to hear from YOU! Let us know what you'd love to see us bring back. Maybe it’s dazzling Dumortierite, clear Quartz, or mysterious Anhydrite? Drop your wishes in the comments below and be part of our crystal-picking adventure!

Stay tuned, and get ready to add some extraordinary pieces to your collection! 💎

🌟 Oh, Glow Up!🌟

Did you know that some calcite minerals have a fascinating trait that can also aid identification? When exposed to UV light, they can glow with an incredible range of colors! This natural wonder is due to impurities within the calcite, which react to ultraviolet light and illuminate the bonus beauty of this versatile crystal.

Do you have any cool UV crystals in your collection? Please share!

🌟 Crystal of the Week: Calcite 🌟

Good morning, Froggies! This week’s spotlight is on calcite, a stunningly versatile and abundant mineral.

Geological Insight: Calcite, a stable polymorph of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃), appears in various colors and forms. It can be found just about anywhere, differing from aragonite in its crystal structure but not composition, which we talked about a few weeks back 😀.

Appearance: Often seen in rhombohedral crystals, which resemble skewed cubes with slanted faces.

Identification Tips: Calcite is soft, scoring a 3 on the Mohs scale, remember this handy chart? It can be scratched with a copper coin and leaves a white streak on a streak plate (unglazed porcelain - like the underside of the lid on the toilet tank 😅🤪)

Spotting Fakes: Calcite is abundant and rarely faked. Common mix-ups occur with celestite or angelite.

✨ Fun Fact: Ancients used calcite to craft ossuaries, ornate "bone boxes" for human remains.🌿

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🌟Good morning, Froggies! I’ve enjoyed showcasing some stunning pieces from The Druzy Frog's amethyst collection this week. You got a brief overview of the crystal and learned how to care for it. Today, let’s dive deeper and see how amethyst journeys from being concealed within the earth to sparkling in your home! 🌍💎Watch the video below and tell me something new you learned. Don’t forget to stay tuned for a very special Fri-yay post! 💜

How Miners Find, Cut, And Transport The Most Expensive Amethysts In The World | So Expensive Amethyst is one of the most abundant crystals in the world. But the most prized pieces can cost almost a million dollars. Some of the world’s largest amethys...

A little hump day humor, Froggies! If you know the answer, post it in the comments. *First correct answer I see on my end receives some crystal mail from me.

*US froggies only, please.

🌟 Crystal of the Week: Amethyst 🌟

Dive into the mesmerizing world of Amethyst, a stunning crystal known for its rich purple hue. This week will be all about amethyst. Did you know that Amethyst is a variety of quartz? It's found in many shades, from very light to purple so deep it looks black! Amethyst has been popular through the ages and in many cultures. The Bible describes amethyst as one of the twelve stones in the High Priest's breastplate and again as being the final stone in the foundation of New Jerusalem.

Where is it found and how is it formed? Quick answers, all over with lots of time, pressure, heat and a little "contamination" 🤪. Amethyst is commonly found in geodes and alluvial deposits (earth and sand left behind from rivers and streams or flooding) in many places, but particularly in Brazil, Uruguay, Madagascar and even in the USA. It forms in volcanic rocks when silica-rich solutions seep into cavities and undergo a slow crystallization process resulting in its beautiful purple color due to iron impurities and natural irradiation.

Fun Fact: Amethyst gets its name from the Greek word "amethystos," which means "not intoxicated." It was believed to prevent intoxication and overindulgence.

Tips: Genuine Amethyst will often have color zoning, with varying shades of purple, while fakes may have a consistent color throughout. Another telltale sign is the hardness—Amethyst should be able to scratch glass. Be cautious of overly bright or vivid colors, which might indicate dyeing. Amethyst can also undergo several common treatments to enhance its appearance. One common treatment is heat treatment, which can lighten the color or change it to yellow, creating Citrine. Another is irradiation, which can intensify the purple color. Make sure you have a transparent crystal dealer!

Ok, my thumbs are tired, have a great start to the week, Froggies! 😘

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Hello Froggies! Happy Friday! I’m reaching out with an important update regarding one of my previously offered crystals, widely sold as Sphalerite. Hold onto your hats! After a lot of research stemming from an informative resource, I now know that these specimens are actually a beautiful combination of quartz and/or chalcedony (sometimes with fluorite or other inclusions that affect color) on mixed matrices, not Sphalerite, which is very different, as you can see in the pictures. When this material was discovered close to an actual sphalerite mine, the name was incorrectly attributed to this material and stuck. While this was unexpected, I assure you that your piece remains a genuine, natural crystal, boasting its own unique beauty and properties. You guys know that I take my commitment to transparency and education seriously. I understand the importance of accurate information in building trust and value in our community. To show my appreciation for your understanding, please pm me for a $25 voucher if you have purchased this material from me. I'm also here to answer any questions you might have about this update or any other concerns. Please look forward to an in-depth post about these two specimens. Thank you for your continued support and trust.
Warm regards, your crystal lady, Ty 😊

Hey Froggies! You know how much I love sharing the beauty of hematoid quartz aka golden healer with you all! Well, I've got some stunning freeform quartz crystals that feature just a hint of that golden healer magic. They're perfect for both the golden healer aficionados and those just looking to explore a bit! Swipe through the images for extra details and DM me to claim your favorite!

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Mexico Thunder Eggs $2️⃣5️⃣/ea. + 🛳. Palm > handsized. Formed in silica rich volcanic rock, they predominately contain chalcedony/agate & quartz. UV Reactive unless stated in pic.

Happy Monday, dear froggies! Here's a question to pop open those sleepy eyes! Do you eat rocks? According to Vsauce, probably (and drinking lava 🤔)!!

There's Lava Inside You