Crystal ConnXtion

We're back briefly here at Crystal ConnXtions!

Since the move, we've finally decided after settling down and get back to our original roots by participating in most summer fairs in Maine. This has always been a staple since we were once named Matrix Minerals.

Currently our in-store inventory is a little low due to preparing for the next fair, that does not mean we have nothing to offer! In the meantime, we'll continue to keep all of our crystalholics up-to-date here on FB. Thank you for your patients!

Are you ready for the last part of our back-to-back round of "Do you know this mineral?"

If you guessed Green Garnet, you were accurate!

This specimen is known as Viridian Garnet. This vibrant green-blue hue is one of garnet's rarest colors. Tsavorite and Demantoid are two varieties of Viridian Garnet. Unlike other color-change garnets, tsavorite generally exhibits a vibrant, rich grass-green or deep bluish-green. Demantoid is distinguished by its yellowish-green or olive-green coloration.

Viridian garnet is associated figuratively with recovery, prosperity, and emotional healing.

We've got these availale here at Crystal ConnXtions and more! Come on by once we're back in Waterville from our fair trip!

Did you know that Ohio Flint Jasper isn't really jasper and what you know to be flint is really chert?

It is true. Technically, "true flint" is found in small and distinct areas due to environmental conditions. Ohio flint is considered high-quality chert because flint and chert have comparable physical qualities and are found as nodules and in layers of limestone.

Furthermore, because of the quality of the deposits, Ohio flint is classified into three distinct groups. The three distinct types of Ohio flint are Vanport Flint, Upper Mercer Flint, and Zaleski Flint. Depending on the area of the deposit, you may discover chalcedony, agate, and even jasper laced within the stone, which is why some deposits are known as Ohio Flint Jaspers, such as these beauties.

If you have any other facts about these or new information, feel free to comment down below!

Summer is in the air, and we've got the goods to make it a whimsical one!

We have the tools, incense, crystals, essential oils, tapestries, and even animal pelts and bones for your needs in the metaphysical!

Swing on by when we return from the Maine Fairs to get yourself the necessary things (or wants) to venture into the spiritual.

Here's the second half of the two-part "Do you know this mineral?" game.

One of the most obvious indicators as to what this green mineral could be is that it occurs in Andalusite! With this in mind, what would form in kyanite and sillimanite?

Furthermore, this specimen's hue is a lively green that appears in clusters. Luster is strong and, with additional development, might be deemed refractive.

Finally, it appears that there are tiny, very red deposits close to the grouped clusters, which may be associated with the green deposits.

Any Thoughts?

Comment down below with your thoughts and guesses; the answer will be posted Tuesday, June 30th!

Folks, change of plans! We're going to the Monmouth Fair, so the store will be closed for another week! Yes, we will be traveling more during the summer. We will therefore be unavailable from the 24th to the 27th!

Visit us or remain in contact as we inform our fans about the upcoming fair we're heading to in 2026!

Image from https://www.facebook.com/monmouthfairmaine

Uh-Oh! Did anyone forget to give their father a Father's Day gift? Pick your jaw up off the floor, because we have everything you need!

In addition to animal bones, mineral specimens, and meditation instruments, we have vintage uranium glass, antique tools, and even taxidermy fish!

Swim on over for the ideal late Father's Day present when we return from the Monmouth Fair - Monmouth, Maine! He will appreciate it!

Are you ready for the answer to part one of the back-to-back round of "Do you know this mineral?"

If you guessed that this was Andalusite, you are correct!

Andalusite is also known as "the poor man's alexandrite" or "cross stone" and was named after Andalusia, Spain. However, it was discovered in El Cardoso prior to its naming in 1798. This stone can have a reddish brown or brownish red hue depending on whether it is crystallized with kyanite and sillimanite.

This gemstone has been used to symbolize personal power, confidence, and inner strength. Being accustomed to focusing one's chakra for resilience and balance with the navel chakra.

Now that we know what the first specimen is, we will be back to discuss what the other gemstone is on Thursday. Stay tuned!

Whether they're slabs, points, carved, cracked, common, rare, whole, or set in jewelry, we've got plenty of raw minerals and crystals to check out here at Crystal ConnXtions.

Swing by when we return Wednesday the 24th to view these beauties!

Crystal ConnXtions has exciting news to share!

We shall be closed from today, June 19, to Tuesday, June 23, because the team has traveled to this year's Pittston Fairgrounds! We'll keep ourselves busy with merchants and events; perhaps we'll see a familiar face while there.

We will resume normal business hours after the trip from Pittston Fairgrounds on Wednesday, June 24.

See you at the fair!

Image from https://www.gotravelmaine.com/event/pittston-fair/