Don't Take This Rock for GRANITE!

This week's unboxing, Natalie brings on long-time friend, Elizabeth (the geologist) on to examine and discuss the many different types of granite from your kitchen countertops to Yosemite's Half Dome. Watch along as these two give an in-depth look at granite and all of its unique features and characteristics.

Unboxing Garnet | Rhodolite, Pyrope, Demantoid

It's the Connecticut state gem & January's birthstone, but did you know Garnet is a whole family of gems with many colors & special properties? On today's episode, checki out all 6 species of Garnet, plus some rare & unusual varieties. Find out which is diamond-like, which comes from ants, & which has a rainbow of color!

Unboxing Rough Diamonds | Freeform, Macles!

On today's episode, we're checking out all kinds of natural diamond shapes and varieties! Rebecca welcomes Andrew Slesinger, a 6th generation diamond dealer & collector with unique uncut diamonds in amazing rough forms. Learn where these specimens are found, how they form...and why Andrew could be the Dr. Dolittle of diamonds.

Unboxing Spinel | Nature's Identity Thief

Spinel has often been called the great imposter! In fact, some of the most valuable jewelry pieces in history that were thought contain ruby, were actually spinel! In today's Unboxing, Rebecca talks all about this fascinating gemstone, its many colors, properties and just how underrated it actually is!

All About Phenomenal Gemstones

Today we're unboxing an array of gems with amazing visual properties! Check out Fluorescent Afghanite, Color Change Fluorite, rare Phosphorescent Night Stone, and many more! Plus, gemologist, Rebecca, will dive into the science of how these unique effects are created.