Oxides Minerals
Oxides form from the combination of a steel with oxygen. This group ranges from dull ores like bauxite to gem stones like rubies and sapphires. The magnetite pictured to the left is a member of this institution.
Mogok Ruby
Mogok, often referred to as the "Valley of Rubies," is a renowned region located in the northern part of Myanmar (Burma). It holds immense...
Wulfenite
Wulfenite is a lead molybdate mineral with the chemical formula PbMoO4. It is known for its striking crystal formations, which are typically square or...
Gahnospinel
Gahnospinel is a mineral belonging to the spinel group, which is a class of minerals with the general formula AB₂O₄. In gahnospinel, A represents...
Adamite
Adamite is a mineral that belongs to the arsenate class of minerals. Its chemical formula is usually written as Zn<sub>2</sub>(AsO<sub>4</sub>)(OH), indicating its composition of...
Powellite
Powellite is a mineral that belongs to the broader group of minerals known as molybdates and tungstates. It is specifically classified as a calcium...
Stolzite
Stolzite is a mineral that belongs to the tungstate mineral group. Its chemical formula is PbWO4, which indicates that it is composed of lead...
Pink Star Sapphire
Pink star sapphires are a captivating variety of sapphire known for their stunning pink hues. Sapphires are a type of corundum mineral, with their...
Musgravite
Musgravite is a rare and precious gemstone that belongs to the oxide mineral family. It is a member of the taaffeite family, which also...
Padparadscha Sapphire
Padparadscha sapphire is a rare and highly sought-after variety of the mineral corundum, which is composed of aluminum oxide with trace elements that give...
Scheelite
Scheelite is a calcium tungstate mineral that is commonly found in various geological environments. It is an important ore of tungsten, which is a...
Diaspore (Zultanite)
Diaspore, also known as Zultanite or Csarite, is a unique and relatively rare mineral that belongs to the oxide mineral group. It is valued...
Cuprite
Cuprite is a mineral that belongs to the oxide mineral group. It is composed of copper(I) oxide, with the chemical formula Cu2O. The name...
