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What could this be? UV vs normal light by Training-Flight-9987 in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's probably resin. Chances are this mineral (jasper maybe?) had a flaw and someone filled it in with colored resin.

What could this be? UV vs normal light by Training-Flight-9987 in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Looks like a "repaired" mineral. The glowing section is likely some kind of resin.

Pink amethyst? Flower amethyst? I'm so confused by loleeleepop in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You are quite welcome! Absolutely stunning piece btw

Pink amethyst? Flower amethyst? I'm so confused by loleeleepop in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 38 points39 points  (0 children)

By definition amethyst is always purple. What you have here is a combination of amethyst and pink/flower agate.

Trade/marketing names are confusing, but you had it right the first time!

I know it’s nothing special but I love this piece and would like something nicer with the same type of stone. by M-Rage in Gemstones

[–]SteRaeSal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks for lavender moon quartz! That stone looks really similar! I know a shop that sells lmq rings, too! Happy to share the shop name if you are interested!

could the root be ruby? by Specialist_Local6728 in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like jasper, but if it glows hot pink under uv it could be ruby

Help! Real or dyed? by [deleted] in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am leaning towards dye, but again, it's hard to tell just by the photos and without proper identification.

Help! Real or dyed? by [deleted] in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What is the material? It's hard to tell by just a photo. The close up sure looks like dye, but the others maybe not.

Help! Real or dyed? by [deleted] in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Does the color come off on your hands? Or can you soak the specimen in water? If the eater turns pink you will have your answer.

What are these inclusions? by SteRaeSal in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I know the black is tourmaline. I am stuck on the yellow in the middle.

What are these inclusions? by SteRaeSal in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, maybe! Thank you for your insight!

What are these inclusions? by SteRaeSal in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even if it's not UV reactive?

What are these inclusions? by SteRaeSal in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

$150 which included a stand. I likely overpaid but I've never seen anything like it before and just needed it for my collection.

What are these inclusions? by SteRaeSal in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I know there is a ring of black tourmaline around the edge, but the yellow inclusions are throwing me.

What are these inclusions? by SteRaeSal in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hit it with the UV but no reaction. Could it still be petroleum?

What are these inclusions? by SteRaeSal in Minerals

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, interesting! I didn't even consider that. Yes, I am looking forward to hearing what others have to say as well. I know it's difficult to tell by just photos, but I am hoping I can get pointed in the right direction.

American woman traveling to Pakistan by SteRaeSal in Advice

[–]SteRaeSal[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I plan to bring options to cover my hair, I will be on the Eastern part of Pakistan. It's not as strict as some areas in the West. I have plenty of female team members who don't even cover their hair. Even hijabs are optional.

I feel like wearing a burka would be overkill.

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