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”Mineral” is not the first thing to come to mind when you hear the word “beauty,” and that‘s a pity because they look so, so neat. However, this selection of some of the pretty minerals and stones in the world will be a feast for your eyes.

A mineral is a naturally occurring substance that is solid and inorganic, representable by a chemical formula, and has an ordered atomic structure. Rocks, unlike minerals, don't have a specific chemical composition and can be made of both minerals or non-minerals. Although there are over 4,900 known types of these cool minerals, the ones here are just the most beautiful ones that our readers and we could find.

Check our compilation of beautiful rocks and pretty stones below!

#1

Sunset Fire Opal

A beautiful, fiery orange opal stone with glowing textures and unique mineral formation.

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SharonHunter
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Would love to own this...my very own private sunset...absolutely beautiful...

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    #2

    Luz Opal With Galaxy Inside

    Beautiful minerals and stones: vibrant opal with cloudy inclusions against a dark background.

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    CharlotteAuxFraises
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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who's to say that our universe might not be observed in a similar manner in a reality unknown to us?!

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    #5

    Lightning Ridge Black Opal

    Two extremely beautiful minerals with vibrant blue patterns on a beige background.

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    TammyChapman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oops, another opal....must have this one. My favorite, where can I find this one??

    TammyChapman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG!!! So beautiful, it's my favorite color too. What type of mineral is this one?

    frank0ys
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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now this is my type of stone. I could evolve Pikachu with this. :D

    Micaiah Nebel
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    6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    an awe-strikingly beautiful work of extravagant cool colors mixing into a watery blaze

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    #13

    Chrysocolla In Malachite

    A stunning mineral with blue and green hues, showcasing unique crystal formations against a black background.

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    #22

    Cobaltocalcite

    Purple mineral with intricate crystal patterns, showcasing the beauty of minerals and stones.

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    JenBrant
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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To me, it looks like lots of little faces, screaming. Still pretty though. :)

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    #23

    Tourmaline On Quartz With Lepidolite And Cleavelandite

    A stunning display of colorful minerals and stones, featuring green and pink formations on a quartz base.

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    RebeccaDavis
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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dragonflies ....fashioned by goblins in the depths of the earth....

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    #31

    1.8 Mm Multicolor Rutile Crystal

    A vibrant, multicolored mineral crystal surrounded by clear, angular stones.

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    ShanoahTurner
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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The speed of light in space.. Does anyone else feel like these are all pieces of other galaxies?

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    #33

    Gold (Dragon) On Quartz

    Gold crystal formation on quartz, showcasing beautiful minerals and stones against a dark background.

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    #35

    Crystals (xenotime, Zircon) Arranged In A Radiating Polished Slice Of Rock - Chrysanthemumstone

    Unique mineral formation with petal-like patterns on a dark rock surface, showcasing natural beauty of minerals and stones.

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    #36

    Labradorite

    A stunning labradorite mineral with iridescent colors on a dark fabric background.

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    MarcMessenger
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    9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah this should be #1 Labradorite is an amazing stone, I love that it demands your attention and manipulation if you're to ever hope to see all of the plays of colour, and in varying lights if you want to see the full range of colours in some of them. A gorgeous, physical reminder that nature has a beauty beyond pretty scenery and in such small packages.

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    #40

    Amazing Fukang Meteorite

    Hands holding a beautiful mineral slice with golden hues against the sky.

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    #41

    Peacock Coal - McAdoo, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.

    A colorful, iridescent mineral held between fingers, showcasing its extremely beautiful hues.

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    #42

    Cuprite, Congo

    Deep red minerals with sharp edges on a stone surface, showcasing beautiful mineral formations.

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    AlmndButtrToast - Alexander McLean
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    4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cuprite, the ruby crystal. It isn’t ruby, rather copper oxide. Its crystal is beautiful! It’s very precious, however, because whenever it’s exposed to any light its color darkens and turns a brownish purple. This is a really nice specimen!

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    #43

    Honey Calcite Glowing Through Fluorite

    Close-up of a stunning purple mineral, highlighting its vibrant, crystalline beauty.

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    #46

    Colusite & Sphalerite

    A stunning mineral with sharp geometric formations on a white background.

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    #49

    Azurite And Malachite

    Vibrant blue and green mineral stone displayed on a wooden surface.

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    #54

    Azurite & Malachite On Smokey Quartz Point With 'Record Keeper' Markings

    Close-up of a beautiful mineral featuring vibrant blue and green crystal formations.

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    #55

    Chalsedoon

    Stunning close-up of beautiful sparkling minerals inside a geode.

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    #56

    Ammolite; Opalized Ammonite Fossil

    Colorful ammonite fossil embedded in dark rock, showcasing beautiful minerals and stones.

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    TammyChapman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why people take such care when they are unearthing fossils. Beautiful.

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    #60

    Esquel Pallasite Meteorite - Only Comes From Space

    Beautiful minerals in a polished stone with golden and green patterns, showcasing natural artistry.

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    TammyChapman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it me? Or do all the ones that come from meteors seem to glow from the inside??

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    #66

    Acantithe Coated By Chalcopyrite On White Quartz And Rock

    Beautiful mineral specimen with intricate crystal formations and dark metallic hues.

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    Дмитрий Иванов
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Emmm Is it just Me or doess this particular picture mineral piece looks like a some kind of warrior standing on the knee and holding a sword in his left outstretched arm?

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    #68

    Labradorit

    Labradorite mineral displaying vibrant iridescent colors.

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    John's Rock's

    Large, transparent quartz crystal displayed among various beautiful minerals and stones.

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    TammyChapman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow!!! That is gorgeous. I would love to have a smaller piece of that one.

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    #73

    Spectrolite (a Variety Of Labradorite Found Only In Finland)

    Collage of extremely beautiful minerals and stones with vibrant blue and orange hues.

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    TammyChapman
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    8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW!!!! I want all of them... specifically the ones that would fit in the palm of my hand or smaller. I have small hands.

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    #76

    A Better Snap Of The Labradorite

    Hand holding a beautiful mineral with iridescent colors in natural light.

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    #77

    Raw Amber

    Three beautiful minerals wrapped in wire on a dark fabric background.

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    Beautiful Rocks From Rubyfall Georgia

    Beautiful minerals and stones displayed on a wooden rotating rack indoors.

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