Month: July 2024

Bixbite Utah Rare Gem mining in 2004

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Bixbite- In 1904, amidst the rugged beauty of Utah's Wah Wah Mountains, Maynard Bixby, stumbled upon this remarkable gem.

[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. What exactly is Bixbite, and how does it relate to other gemstones?” answer-0=”Bixbite is a rare, raspberry-red variety of the beryl family. It shares a lineage with more common gemstones like emerald (green beryl) and aquamarine (blue beryl). Its distinct red color is caused by trace amounts of manganese within its crystal … Read more

Conflict Diamonds

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Blood Diamonds implies diamonds polished from rough that workers mined under forced conditions. Conflict Diamonds a crime to trade

[sc_fs_multi_faq headline-0=”h2″ question-0=”1. What are “Conflict Diamonds” and why are they called “Blood Diamonds”?” answer-0=”Conflict Diamonds are rough diamonds used by rebel groups or gangs to finance civil unrest, terrorism, and war against legitimate governments. They earned the name “Blood Diamonds” because their mining is often associated with extreme human rights abuses, including forced labor, … Read more