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Curated crystal specimens for discerning collectors, interior stylists, and crystal connoisseurs. Ethically sourced, globally selected. Located in 🇬🇧.

A meeting point of geology and creation - minerals shaped by Gaia, bridging art, science, and spirit.

12/03/2026

Hello, my name is Alex and owner of Rare Minerals Earth. I spend most of my time sourcing unusual mineral specimens from around the world as a passion.

A lot of the pieces you see here come directly from miners, small dealers, and old collections rather than large commercial suppliers.

For me it’s about interesting geology, unusual crystal forms, and specimens that tell a story about where they formed and how they were found.

If you enjoy mineral history, unusual crystal specimens, and the occasional strange story from the mineral world, you’ll probably enjoy this page, and consider following me.

11/03/2026

One of the most fascinating things about Moldavite is that no two pieces ever seem to follow the same pattern.

Some are long and slender, some are rounded, and others are deeply textured or irregular. That variation comes from the way each molten droplet travelled, cooled, and solidified after the impact event that formed Moldavite around 15 million years ago.

It is part of what makes collecting Moldavite so interesting. Each piece feels individual, even though they all came from the same extraordinary origin.

10/03/2026

Tourmaline has one of the strangest footnotes in mineral history.

When heated, these crystals can develop an electric charge strong enough that Dutch traders in the 1700s noticed they could pull ash from to***co pipes.

That’s why they were nicknamed “aschentrekkers” — ash pullers.

09/03/2026

You finally reach a hidden space in the rock filled with crystals.

What happens next?

In Part 2 of my interview with Swiss Alpine crystal hunter Nicola Hauser, we talk about the delicate process of removing crystals from the mountain without breaking them.

Why patience matters.
Why rushing destroys specimens.
And why experienced hunters sometimes leave crystals behind.

05/03/2026

Celestite is one of the main natural sources of strontium. That’s the element responsible for the red colour in fireworks.

04/03/2026

This Celestite has JUST arrived from Madagascar. Be quick! This will sell out FAST, look at the quality 😮

03/03/2026

Available for purchase

02/03/2026

Why go back to something that nearly killed you?

In Part 1, I sit down with Swiss Alpine climber and crystal hunter Nicola Hauser to talk about the reality behind high altitude quartz mining and extraction.

Rockfalls, Danger & Close calls.

But more importantly, the pull of it. The adrenaline. The reason he keeps climbing mountains, even when he knows the risk.

If you have ever wondered what drives someone to climb a vertical rock face with ropes to extract crystal quartz, this is worth three minutes of your time.

Part 1.

01/03/2026

As it’s my birthday today - come direct for minerals and 20% off - see my Etsy shop

27/02/2026

Most collectors will never own Milpo fluorite like this.

High altitude Peru material from a working metal mine, with that classic pairing collectors chase: sharp Peruvian pyrite sitting on vivid green fluorite. The gold on green contrast is what makes Milpo so sought after, and a few pieces in this batch even show rarer sulphosalt inclusions inside the fluorite.

Quick handling note: some associated minerals can include lead or antimony, so wash your hands after handling. #蛍石 #フローライト

26/02/2026

Fluorite Guessing Game. All levels welcome.

Drop your guesses in the comments:
1. Mineral type
2. Country
3. Mine

New to minerals? Just guess mineral type or country. That still counts.

Collectors: go for the mine and tell me what gave it away.

I will reveal the answer in 48 hours and feature 3 comments in my Stories:
Best beginner guess
Best mine level guess
Best reasoning

No reverse image searching. Trust your eyes.

Go on then.

25/02/2026

I’ll be exhibiting at several UK rock and mineral shows throughout 2026, including Oxford, Yorkshire, Brighton, Worcester, Newcastle and Harrogate.

Rare Minerals Earth specialises in high grade, ethically sourced mineral specimens, working directly with small scale miners worldwide.

I bring a limited selection to each event. If you are attending and looking for something specific, feel free to message in advance. Private viewings are also available.

Hope to see some of you there.

Alex

Address

47 Gordale Close
Northwich
CW84XT

Telephone

+4771107491

Website

https://raremineralsearth.etsy.com/

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