AGATE comes from the quartz family and is found in countless shades and colors, from blue to black and from pink to bright firey red. The properties associated with agate can vary based on the color ...

Jewels, birthstones, gemstones—so many names for the glitzy, glamorous stones so many of us love to wear each and every day. This got us thinking: Is there a difference between jewels and gems? To ...

An agate gemstone unearthed in Brazil has gone viral for its striking resemblance to Cookie Monster of "Sesame Street" fame. A geologist in California says he's received multiple offers of $10,000 for ...

Innocuous rocks in regular light become something special when lit by ultraviolet rays. The rocks were part of the third annual Sample's Agate Gem and Mineral Shop's Agate Show Saturday, Jan. 5, at ...