Rare Lapidary Materials from the Mines of Arizona, Mexico, and More

Sorted with artisans in mind, these rare specimens provide endless creative possibilities for cutting, polishing, and crafting exquisite works of art.

What makes these materials special? Many of our lapidary materials for sale are extremely rare, found only in select locations worldwide. For example, Arizona and northern Mexico produce most of the world’s fire agate, known for its iridescent play-of-color. Gem silica, the rarest blue-green variety of chrysocolla, forms primarily in Arizona’s copper mines, where collectors and artisans actively seek it out. Chrysocolla, desired for its turquoise hues, also occurs in these regions alongside other rare copper minerals. The limited geographic availability of these materials increases their value among lapidary artists and collectors.

Gallery TCR sells rough and polished lapidary specimens to meet your creative needs. Rough stones are ideal for cutting and shaping, while our polished pieces are ready for immediate use in jewelry or displays. We handpicked each stone, crystal, or mineral for its patterns, colors, and natural formations, ensuring you receive a high-quality material.

Whether you’re crafting a custom gemstone for a client, creating a museum-worthy piece, or adding to your personal collection, we guarantee that these materials have a level of individuality that synthetic, mass-produced stones simply cannot match.

Browse our selection of rare lapidary slabs for sale now. From the opaque appearance and one-of-a-kind patterns of jaspers to the curved angular banding of agates, each piece boasts the quality artisans seek for exceptional creations.