About Us

At Adamantine Minerals, we’re committed to being a reliable source for mineral specimens, no matter where you are in your collecting journey. Whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned collector, we offer a wide range of specimens at various price points, from entry-level pieces to fine-quality selections.

We believe mineral collecting should be approachable and enjoyable for everyone. That’s why we focus on a transparent and educational approach to mineral sales, ensuring each specimen is presented with honesty and clarity. While many collector-focused businesses cater to specific audiences, we aim to complement the space by providing a diverse selection that balances quality with accessibility, so collectors can build exceptional collections at any budget.

With a background in geology and years of collecting experience, we bring both knowledge and enthusiasm to every specimen we offer. Our collection reflects a growing balance of affordable and high-end pieces, and we’re continually expanding to offer something of interest to experienced enthusiasts as well—without losing sight of our mission. As our business grows, our goal remains the same: to offer dependable service and carefully selected minerals that reflect the care, curiosity, and respect we have for the collecting community.

What does "adamantine" mean?

"Adamantine" is the term geologists reserve for the highest luster a mineral can possess, an eye-catching, diamond-bright brilliance found only in the finest specimens. The name reflects both our love of the science and the standard we set for ourselves: top-tier quality in every facet of what we do.  

  • Sam labeling our thumbnail & micro specimens!

  • Celestine crystals in dolostone at Sylvania Minerals Quarry. November 2024.

  • Digging for amethyst and smoky quartz at Crystal Park in Montana. August 2025.

  • Jenna, Sam, and Jill waiting to enter the Herkimer Diamond Mine on a chilly April morning.

  • Sam in the tailings pile at Crystal Grove Mine. June 2022.

  • Dunkin' ICED cup on a rocky surface

    A tiny salamander at the Herkimer Diamond Mine, Dunkin cup for scale! April 2024.

  • Our booth at the Northwest Ohio Rockhound Club Show in November 2025!

  • Lifting a piece of ledge in Middleville, NY!

  • Some small quartz clusters we collected at Ron Coleman Mine in August of 2024!

  • Jenna & Jill at Crystal Grove Mine after a day of mining in the rain! 2024.

  • A freshly mined Herkimer Diamond from Diamond Acres Mine. 2023.

  • Digging for quartz crystals at Ron Coleman Mine in 2024.

  • Show set up with amethyst, agates, thumbnail/micro specimens and more!

  • A Herkimer Diamond in matrix straight out of the ledge. October 2024.

  • Sam hiking in Kings Canyon National Park! June 2021.

  • Jenna and Jamie on the first collecting trip to Diamond Hill Mine. July 2019.

  • Entering the Herkimer Diamond Mine! October 2024.

  • Mining under a tarp on a rainy day at Ace of Diamonds Mine! October 2023.

  • Our cat, Mochi, sleeping next to a pile of crystals!

  • First find of the day at the Herkimer Diamond Mine. 2025.

  • Exploring the A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum in Houghton, MI. January 2024.

  • Hammer and pickaxe on a pile of rocks

    Hammer snapped while breaking ledge, October 2025.

  • Two people standing under a sign for Herkimer Diamond Mines with trees and clear sky in the background.

    Jenna and Jill heading into the mine! October 2025.