Crystals from Canada

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Crystals from Canada Canada's vast geological diversity — from the Canadian Shield (some of the oldest rock on Earth, over 4 billion years) to the Rocky Mountain cordillera — produces remarkable minerals. The country is best known for labradorite , named after Labrador where the stone was first formally described in the 18th century. Canadian labradorite displays the distinctive blue-gold iridescence called labradorescence. Other notable Canadian minerals include Thunder Bay amethyst from Ontario (distinguished by red hematite inclusions), Auralite-23 from the Boreal Forest, and ammolite from Alberta — an iridescent fossilized ammonite shell recognized as a gemstone. Quebec's Mont-Saint-Hilaire is one of the most mineralogically diverse single locations on Earth, having yielded over 60 first-described mineral species. Browse all origin collections: Brazil · Morocco · India · Explore All Origins → . Free shipping on orders over $150. Frequently Asked Questions What crystals are found in Canada? Canada produces labradorite (Labrador), Thunder Bay amethyst (Ontario), Auralite-23 (Boreal Forest), ammolite (Alberta), and over 60 mineral species first discovered at Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Quebec. What is Auralite-23? Auralite-23 is a type of amethyst from the Boreal Forest of northern Ontario that contains up to 23 different mineral inclusions. It formed approximately 1.2 billion years ago in the Canadian Shield. What makes Thunder Bay amethyst unique? Thunder Bay amethyst from Ontario is distinguished by red hematite inclusions that create a distinctive reddish-purple color. The deposits are among the largest amethyst veins in North America. {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"FAQPage","mainEntity":[{"@type":"Question","name":"What crystals are found in Canada?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Canada produces labradorite, Thunder Bay amethyst, Auralite-23, ammolite, and over 60 mineral species first discovered at Mont-Saint-Hilaire, Quebec."}},{"@type":"Ques