Since the beginning, humankind has been captivated by the ethereal beauty of the Earth’s precious minerals. Blazing color and geometric shapes formed by the laws of nature have ensnared our senses and stirred within us a sense of wonder throughout the ages. With an intensified pursuit for minerals, better understanding of geologic processes, and modernization of mining practices, the twentieth and twenty first centuries have given rise to an exciting new era of mineral collecting.

 

Today’s collectors have the opportunity to broaden their collections with previously undiscovered specimens as they present themselves and set precedent. This is a reflection on trademarks of present-day finds and a draft for contemporary classics, the best of which are sure to be timeless.