2021-02-16 18:09
The Smithsonian has a fantastic collection of amethysts in jewelry at the National Museum of Natural History! Here are just a few. Check out the links for more information… Read More
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2021-02-02 19:12
Bacchus by CaravaggioAccording to Greek mythology, Dionysus, the god of fruitfulness and wine, was angered by a woman named Amethystos. Amethystos &hell…Read More
2021-02-01 20:23
Ethan Beckler takes amazing photos of garnets the size of a grain of sand! You can see more of his work here: https://www.facebook.com/1of1images/Above is a garnet on a shell… Read More
2021-01-27 19:23
We did it! After tons of research and trial and error, we created our very own Jadeite filter. We know there are other filters on the market, but we think ours is the best. It gi… Read More
2021-01-27 18:11
10% off all ordersUse coupon code: SnowDay2021 Valid 1/15/2021 to 1/31/2021Discounts can not be combined. No cash value.Can not be applied to previous orders.A Post from PrettyRo… Read More
2020-11-04 18:05
Sapphire from PrettyRock.comSapphires have been coveted and worn in jewelry for thousands of years in ancient Persia, the Roman Empire, and throughout the Middle AgesSapphires come in a rain… Read More
2020-11-04 17:56
Love these fluorite cubes! They are so cool just as they are and would make great stocking stuffers for your favorite rock nerd.https://prettyrock.com/php/facet-rough-variety-green-fluorite… Read More
2020-07-15 01:40
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2020-07-08 15:10
We are having some fun this week! Can you guess how many rocks are in the jar? You will when a $20 gift certificate AND all the rocks in the jar!!Don't reply here, post your… Read More
2020-07-06 13:42
We mostly post on Facebook these days, but I thought I would share that we are having a sale!Does anyone read this anymore?A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2019-07-29 13:23
Tourmaline, Garnet, Zircon!https://prettyrock.com/php/facet-rough-all-recent.phpA Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2019-03-11 16:29
St.Patty's Day sale! 20% off your entire order! Coupon code: luckyrock2019Good through 3/25/2019Please share with your rockhound friends!small print: Discounts can not be combined… Read More
2018-11-14 13:49
Diamond ring made entirely of diamond!see the full story here: https://9to5mac.com/2018/11/12/jony-ive-diamond-ring"Sir Jony Ive, Apple’s Chief Design Officer, and renowned indust… Read More
2018-08-30 20:51
Get 10% off your entire order for the month of September! A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2015-11-15 16:37
Lots of New Rough Up!Check it out here.and don't forget the big sale going on:20% offyour entire order 11/01/2015 to 11/30/2015Use coupon code:turkeydaz No, this can not be combine… Read More
2015-10-31 17:07
20% off your entire order11/01/2015 to 11/30/2015Use coupon code:turkeydazNo, this can not be combined with bid offers.Or other discounts. Or previous orders.Or anything else you can co… Read More
2015-07-02 20:54
Just enter the coupon code: happyfourth at check out. The code has to match exactly.A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2015-04-27 18:30
http://www.theonion.com/articles/geologists-unearth-fully-intact-rock,38364/Describing the discovery as the most flawless specimen ever unearthed, a team of geologists working in northern Co… Read More
2015-04-09 15:57
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2015-03-25 13:12
Eduardo Recife (from article)Very well written, informative article on rubies in the NY Times . The author is Victoria Gomelsky, editor-in-chief of JCK :Rubies, Blo… Read More
2014-11-19 23:09
20% off your entire order!A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-09-21 18:24
PrettyRock.com Fall Sale Starts Tomorrow! 20% off your entire order. Coupon Code: FallSparkle Fine Print: Valid 9/22/2014 to 10/05/2014. No Cash Value. Can not be used on… Read More
2014-07-01 13:20
20% off Your Entire Order at http://www.PrettyRock.com Just put : F1reW8rks in the discount coupon box at check out.Valid from July 1 2014 to July 7… Read More
2014-05-24 17:34
We are going to have a rockin' summer here at PrettyRock.com. To get things started off right, here's a 20% off coupon code. Just put it in the discount box at check out! 20% off… Read More
2014-05-22 14:29
Emerald preforms, sapphire and rubellite! See them all here.6ct Rubellite Tourmaline6.89ct EmeraldA Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-04-28 20:08
http://news.yahoo.com/unique-crystals-newfound-purple-pink-mineral-no-other-150542725.htmlandhttp://www.globalpost.com/dispatch/news/science/140424/the-worlds-newest-mineral-unlike-anything… Read More
2014-04-05 19:17
Best use yet for big quartz points!A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-04-03 14:11
78.08ct Rhodolite GarnetFamily: GarnetVariety: RhodoliteSize: 22 x 21 x 14mmTreatment: None knownOrigin: TanzaniaCarats: 78.08Clarity: [ 99% ], [ IF Rating ], [ A… Read More
2014-04-01 13:54
If you are looking for a big piece of rough to cut a nice door knob or other large project, check out some of the large CZ we have been posting! You can find all the select CZ here.He… Read More
2014-03-28 20:15
New free wallpaper available here:http://prettyrock.com/free-wallpaper-minerals.htmPrints and note cards available here: A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-03-28 20:15
New free wallpaper available here:http://prettyrock.com/free-wallpaper-minerals.htmPrints and note cards available here: A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-03-11 15:20
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2014-03-10 16:02
I really enjoyed painting this one. Playing with all the textures and patterns was a lot of fun.16 x 20 watercolor on Arches cold pressPrints and note cards available here:http://finea… Read More
2014-03-07 14:05
The zircon was found in Jack Hills, Western Australia. Image courtesy of John ValleyWorlds Oldest Gem DiscoveredScientists have confirmed that a tiny zircon gemstone discovered on a re… Read More
2014-03-04 18:21
Faceter Spotlight: Mari PhillipsMari Phillips cut the amazing 2.82ct ( 8mm x 8mm) feldspar spectrolite!I just love the way it softly glows and shimmers.Mari shared her experience… Read More
2014-03-04 14:27
He just needs a stronger belt!©Boulder Press (anyone have more info? ) A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-02-26 16:43
In recent rock related news...photo source: RoutersA trove of rare Gold Rush-era coins unearthed in California last year by a couple as they walked their dog may be the greatest buried treas… Read More
2014-02-25 17:31
16 x 20 Watercolor on Arches Cold Press These are some of the spinel we picked up in Tucson this year.A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-02-24 14:34
New Rough Posted!Includes:37.68ct Aquamarine 140ct peach topaz186ct Aquamarine197.5ct Bi-color TourmalineA Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-02-20 14:12
Hans Durstling share his amazing story of turning this:into this:See his gemology online post for the full story!A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
2014-02-20 14:12
Hans Durstling share his amazing story of turning this:into this:See his gemology online post for the full story!A Post from PrettyRock.com Read More
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