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Willemite, Franklinite

This specimen consists of a distinct brick-red willemite crystal showing textbook, hexagonal form and excellent bevelled edges, exposed atop a white calcite matrix, and accompanied […]

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Gold

This specimen showcases rich gold veins running through a grey-green sericite-schist matrix. A visually striking example of gold ore, it hails from the renowned Red […]

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Catapleiite

The world's finest examples of catapleiite, a rare sodium zirconium silicate (Na-Zr silicate), are found at the renowned Mont Saint-Hilaire (MSH) in Quebec, Canada. This […]

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Hematite "Kidney Ore"

This specimen is a classic example of reniform or mammillary hematite, commonly referred to as "kidney ore," for which the mines in Cumbria are famous. […]

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Minium

This is a rare and highly sought-after specimen from the classic Broken Hill deposit, featuring blindingly bright orange patches of minium scattered across much of […]

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Ferrierite-Mg

This specimen features a layer of transparent peach to clear, bladed crystals of Ferrierite-Mg. These well-formed blades are sourced from the exposed road cuts along […]
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Featured Location

Canada (Atlantic, Nova Scotia / New Brunswick)

Embark on a geological journey through Canada's Atlantic region, specifically Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Explore a stunning array of minerals and gems showcasing the rich diversity of this unique locale.

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Who are we?

Welcome to D. Joyce Minerals, where passion meets expertise. I'm Daniel Joyce, proudly continuing the legacy my father, David Joyce, began in 1983. Together, we've devoted our lives to providing rare Canadian and international minerals for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Explore our story and discover the unique minerals we have to offer. Whether you're a researcher, a hobbyist, or an advanced collector, we're here to assist you in finding the perfect specimens for your collection.

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Howlite Collecting: World Class Crystals at Iona, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada

By D Joyce10/24/2024
By: David K. Joyce In September 2024, I visited the world’s only known source of well-formed howlite crystals. This small but significant location is nestled […]
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Dr. Peter Tarassoff, Mineralogist and Collector

By D Joyce09/10/2024
Dr. Peter Tarassoff is an accomplished mineralogist and collector by any definition. We are pleased and honoured to offer you some of the interesting minerals […]
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