These 10 Insanely Rare Gems Are the Real Treasure Hunters' Dream

2. Red Beryl (Bixbite)

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Even more uncommon than diamonds, red beryl, sometimes known as bixbite, is among the most sought-after gemstones available worldwide. This deep red gemstone is a type of beryl, which comprises other well-known gemstones such aquamarine and emerald. Red beryl stands out as a real gemological treasure, nonetheless, because of its striking hue and great scarcity. Named for Maynard Bixby, the mineralogist who first discovered red beryl, it originated in the Wah Wah Mountains of Utah, USA early in the 20th century. Manganese included in the crystal structure of the gemstone accounts for its vivid red colour. Red beryl is quite precious and sought for by collectors and gem aficionados because of its strong hue and rarity of the gemstone. Red beryl is mostly obtained from one place: the Ruby-Violet Claims in Utah, unlike other gemstones that can be found in several sites all across the world. Its scarcity is partly related to this limited geographic range. The mining operation is difficult and produces only little amounts of gem-quality red beryl, therefore accentuating their scarcity and desirability. Actually, just one red beryl crystal is thought to be found for every 150,000 diamonds taken out of the ground. Red beryl ranks 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, so from a gemological perspective it is rather tough. This makes it appropriate for many kinds of jewellery, however its rarity usually means that collector's items are more often discovered than daily wear. The appeal of the gemstone comes from its uniqueness as much as from its brilliant colour. Having a piece of red beryl is like having a rare and valuable artefact, evidence of the beauties found in nature. Apart from its appearance and rarity, red beryl has captivated gemologists and mineralogists as well. Its formation process is complicated and calls both particular geological conditions—including high temperatures and pressures—as well as manganese presence. Red beryl is present in such small amounts as these disorders are infrequent. Red beryl not only for its beauty but also for its scarcity and the special conditions of its creation, which greatly value collectors and gem aficioners. Any collector would want the diamond since of its intense red hue and scarcity. For those lucky enough to have a piece of red beryl, it serves as a physical link to the geological past of Earth and the amazing powers sculpting our globe.