7- Beryl #orange The number "8" is represented

The number "8" is represented by the mineral topaz which is the defining mineral for 8 on the Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness

Here it grows with bladed albite as is common in nature

Celestine derives its name from the Latin word caelestis meaning celestial which in turn is derived from the Latin word caelum meaning sky or heaven

M is for Malachite

7- Beryl #orange The number "8" is representedThe number "7" is represented by the mineral beryl which is a 2 on the Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness. All prints are of digital paintings of minerals created with archival ink and paper. Each print is signed by the artist. You can watch the painting process in the video below.