Pikes Peak Pebble Pups

Pikes Peak Pebble Pups

Tuesday, May 12, 2020

The Ruby

I chose a ruby to study because it is pretty. A ruby is red or pink. You can find them in many places, including Thailand, Nepal, Taiwan and East Africa. They are also located in the United States. Rubies are made from the mineral corundum or aluminum oxide.


A naturally occurring ruby crystal.
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For thousands of years, a ruby was considered the stone of love, energy, passion, and a zest for life. Like no other gemstone in the world, ruby is the perfect symbol for power.


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Agata Kania age 7
Lake George Gem and Mineral Club Pebble Pup

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Welcome! This is the gateway to adventure and discovery

Through this blog pebble pups and junior members of the Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society can access their lessons, work on assignments and projects, and receive details about field trips in the Pikes Peak Region. This Internet program is also suitable for young people who are interested in Earth science but do not live near a rock club or gem and mineral society or for young people anywhere who want a deeper dive into these topics. The only requirement is that all participants must be members of the Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society and must fill out the CSMS membership form (under important websites) and send their registration and membership fee in. Steven Veatch is the senior instructor and will need an email from you with your name, address, phone number, and permission from your parents to participate in this program.