Americaninha Aquamarine
This extraordinary aquamarine stands among the great Brazilian icons.
Sphalerite on Quartz
This remarkable specimen formed deep within the Earth’s crust in the Dalnegorsk mining district of far eastern Russia.
Rubble, Rubles, and Rocks – II
Daniel Trinchillo’s journey into the world of minerals began with an unconventional blend of chance, ambition, and adventure.
Pederneira!
The Pederneira mine in Brazil qualifies as one of the world’s greatest tourmaline occurrences.
Piecing Together the Puzzle of a Heliodor Crystal’s Past
Some specimens come to us fresh from the ground, but others may have histories extending far into the past
Rubble, Rubles, and Rocks
Daniel Trinchillo’s journey into the world of minerals began with an unconventional blend of chance, ambition, and adventure.
Mineral Collections of Brazil – Daniel Trinchillo
Daniel Trinchillo transformed a childhood fascination into what has become the largest fine mineral dealership in the world.
Elmwood Calcite
Elmwood calcites represent the pinnacle of the species, and this example stands among the remarkable outliers that define the mine’s legacy.
Mineralientage Munchen 2025
Daniel Trinchillo and Crystal Suh take us on a journey through the evolution of the Munich Show.
From Skardu to Dassu
An exclusive look at Daniel Trinchillo’s 2024 expedition through Pakistan’s mineral-rich mountains