Monthly Archives: October 2011

Is it Bornite or Chalcopyrite?

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Susan Landa

We have been selling “Peacock Ore” at The Fossil Cartel since day one. It’s a very colorful, attractive yet inexpensive stone. When we first bought it, the mineral name for it was Bornite. Over the years, vendors started calling it … Continue reading →

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Airport Security and Rocks

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Susan Landa

When you do something a lot, you often take those things for granted. I’ve been in this business for over 22 years. When I go through security at the airport, I come to expect the scanners to question what’s in … Continue reading →

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