Blog "Lemondemineral"
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Starting a Mineral Collection: 10 Mistakes to Avoid
Published : 09/06/2025Starting a mineral collection is exciting, but beware of pitfalls. Here are 10 common mistakes to avoid so you can fully enjoy this budding passion.
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Bronze Age and Iron Age: metals obtained from minerals
Published : 12/13/2024The Bronze Age and Iron Age represent major developments in metallurgy, rooted in the extraction of metals from mineral ores.
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The physical properties of minerals: hardness, density, streak and transparency
Published : 09/18/2024The physical properties of minerals — hardness, density, streak and transparency — provide reliable criteria for identifying, comparing and distinguishing specimens with greater accuracy and clarity.
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Malachite Essentials: Properties, Origin and Uses
Published : 05/13/2024Malachite, a mineral highly prized in mineralogy, is distinguished by its intense green colour and banded patterns. This article tells you more, offering a better understanding for enthusiasts.
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Amethyst: formation, identification and legend.
Published : 05/04/2024Are you seduced by the beauty of amethyst and want to know more? In this article, you'll find the answer to its formation, identification and the history of its legend.
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Article about fluorite.
Published : 04/29/2024In this article, we'll look at the formation, colour diversity and different uses of fluorite (also known as fluorite), as well as how to identify it.
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Small minerals: why do they deserve a place in your collection?
Published : 04/24/2024Less bulky, more affordable and often surprising, small minerals have it all. A good choice for beginners and enthusiasts looking for diversity in their collection.
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A practical guide for beginners: identifying and choosing your minera
Published : 04/11/2024Start your mineral-collecting adventure with us and immerse yourself in a diverse catalog, combining aesthetics, certified origin and quality.