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On View: A Rare Australian Opal in NHM’s Gem and Mineral Hall
Meet a new dazzling black opal and discover the science behind the sparkle with Dr. Aaron Celestian
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The Jonker Diamond: A Giant Gem of Many Facets
Explore the human and natural history of the Jonker I Diamond
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Small Wonders
NHM’s new Scanning Electron Microscope Lab connects guests with big science and tiny specimens.
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Research and Collections
The Secret Power of Zeolite
Our Curator of Mineral Sciences, Aaron Celestian, talks about why this mineral blows his mind!
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Research and Collections
Gypsum Crystals: Mineral Ships for Alien Life?
Can gypsum crystals hold alien life from Mars? Explore every facet of these incredible crystals with our Mineral Sciences Curator Aaron Celestian.
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Fascinating Facets: The Pink Starburst Diamond
The dazzling science behind this precious gem
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The Science of Rare Jewels
Explore every facet of gems and jewelry at
Brilliance: The Art and Science of Rare Jewels
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The Splendor of Sapphires
Earth’s history through the lens of a precious gem
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Gems of the Americas
Take a trip through deep time — via the 1980s — and explore gems with a vintage NHM documentary
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Discovering Gold: Exploring the California Gold Rush
Uncover the history of California's Gold Rush through NHM's Gem and Mineral Hall
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