Monthly Archives: September 2008

Just back from the Denver Gem and Mineral Show

I recently returned from my yearly buying trip to Denver. We have been unpacking and stocking the store with all sorts of new goodies. Some of them include: Fossil and mineral sets for kids “Blooming” rocks for kids. This is … Continue reading

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Celebrate the Autumnal Equinox with Sapphire and Lapis

Happy Birthday to all of you born in the month of September!! Your birthstone is blue sapphire-a member of the corundum family (aluminum oxide). A 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, it can be worn in jewelry everyday and is … Continue reading

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Rocks on the Move!

Working at a store that sells gems and minerals, I have come to realize something: those rocks sure do like to travel! It would be very interesting to know to what extent, much like the “Where’s George” dollar bill tracking … Continue reading

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The Gift of Health and Wealth

Greetings! My name is Susan Landa and I’ve owned and run the Fossil Cartel since 1989. I adore stones and fossils and consider it an honor to be able to bring these treasures to thousands of people. Whenever I am … Continue reading

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