4 /5 Ryan Cooper: Small, but well stocked shop with a nice variety of entry level mineral specimens, flats with roughs, and some cut gems. Generally low cost, bulk stuff, but some mid range pieces. Nothing especially rare, but a few unusual types like shattuckite, dioptase, rhodo, etc. The place has a decidedly "spiritual" tilt. Many new age gifts, jewelry and tchotchkes. Workers were positive and friendly overall, but I would like to see more emphasis on the geology of specimens. The specimens lacked key details on locality and species on many pieces. Locality on specimens is key info for ethical collectors to ensure proper identification of sources; frankly its more important than supposed metaphysical properties. Shop could use better lighting too... But overall a fun little shop in a cute small downtown district right off the 101.
