We all strive to be the type of friend that gives the unique gift. Unfortunately, if we don’t have a crafty bone in our body, our job becomes harder. Fossils and crystals are those perfect gifts. Formed thousands – if not millions – of years ago, these distinct treasures have just been waiting underground for that ideal moment when they are brought to the surface to be … [Read more...] about How to Choose a One-of-a-Kind Gift
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Dogtooth Calcite
Montana is filled with many minerals. One of the most intriguingly named is dogtooth calcite. Not, in fact, a fossil of actual canine teeth, “dogtooth” is actually a reference to the shape of the crystals: the golden honey-colored calcite naturally forms into very pointy pyramid shapes. At times, the crystals will double terminate, creating beautifully faceted … [Read more...] about Dogtooth Calcite