Sculpted by Nature—— Li Bai, Tang Dynasty

Sculpted by Nature—— Li Bai, Tang Dynasty

Text & Photos Courtesy of: World Mineral Galleria Sdn Bhd - 29 January 2026


In every mineral lies a story, one written by time, pressure, and elemental balance.

At World Mineral Galleria, we celebrate these natural masterpieces as both scientific wonders and works of art. Each specimen reveals the Earth's patience and precision, a dialogue between nature's geometry and light.

Through thoughtful curation and visual storytelling, WMG seeks to bridge the world of minerals with design, emotion, and culture. Reminding us that beauty, when born from nature, is both eternal and true.

Smoky Herkimer Quartz 赫基默烟晶 / Photograph by: Micky Wong

Smoky Herkimer Quartz

Dimensions: 30.43 x 24.49x19.18mm
Yunnan/Guizhou Plateau, China

This smoky Herkimer quartz crystal exhibits the classic doubly terminated form typical of Herkimer quartz, with sharp prism faces and well-developed terminations. Its primary crystal shows high transparency, with subtle internal veils adding depth and dimension. Attached to one side are smaller quartz crystals, some with a yellowish tint, indicative of secondary crystallization events. This piece highlights the natural elegance of quartz growth, where precision and subtle coloration meet in a beautifully balanced form.

Fluorite 螢石 / Photograph by: Micky Wong

Fluorite

Dimensions: est. 85 x 60 x 50mm
Yaogangxian Mine, Hunan province, China

Among nature's most perfectly formed crystals, fluorite stands as a quiet marvel of geometry and light. Over millions of years, layers of calcium and fluorine fused deep within the Earth, slowly arranging themselves into flawless cubic symmetry. Each edge meeting at an exact right angle, as though measured by an unseen hand. The precision of these tiny geometric squares is a wonder of natural order, formed not by design, but by time and elemental balance.

What makes this specimen remarkable is its luminous clarity. Light passes through effortlessly, catching along the crystal's edges like frozen light. To hold a fine fluorite is to witness nature's patience-A mineral shaped entirely by the Earth, yet displaying the precision and grace one might expect only from art.

Moldavite 摩尔达维石 / Photograph by: Micky Wong

Moldavite

Dimensions: 71.01 x 17.16 x6.90mm
Czech Republic

This exceptional Moldavite specimen not only showcases the vibrant olive- green hue and etched surface typical of high-quality pieces but also possesses a rare phenomenon known as the “angel chime." When gently tapped, the stone emits a soft, bell-like ring, a result of its unique internal tension and flawless structure. Formed over 15 million years ago by a meteorite impact in present day Czech Republic, Moldavite is a natural glass prized for its extraterrestrial origin and metaphysical lore. Angel-chime specimens are exceedingly rare, making this piece a prized fusion of beauty, rarity, and otherworldly resonance.

BEAUTY Will Save The WORLD

Tropical GARDEN 风情万种 / Photograph by: Micky Wong | Creative Direction by: Im Ng

At World Mineral Galleria, we believe that the Earth's rare mineral specimens carry not only natural beauty but also emotional and artistic resonance. This creative series is a bold visual interpretation that combines fine mineral specimens with artistic direction and photography. Each image is carefully staged to reimagine our mineral collection as modern art, celebrating form, colour, and energy. Through this work, we hope to offer a fresh perspective on how minerals can inspire curiosity, emotion, and connection, reminding us that beauty indeed has the quiet power to move and uplift the world.

Tropical GARDEN

Blending of Nature with Master Craftsmanship
60x75cm

MINERALS USED: Rose Quartz, Fluorite, Yellow Calcite

Band of COLOURS 步步高升 / Photograph by: Micky Wong | Creative Direction by: Im Ng

Band of COLOURS

The Harlequin Rainbow and Natural Minerals
60x75cm

MINERALS USED: Chrysocolla, Kunzite, Aquamarine

Known for its soft pink to lilac hues, Kunzite is a variety of spodumene prized for its gentle energy and delicate colour. Often associated with emotional calm and inner peace, it is a mineral that radiates quiet strength.

The More The MERRIER 七千万年的爱 / Photograph by: Micky Wong | Creative Direction by: Im Ng

The More The MERRIER

A 70 Million Year Discovery
60 x 75cm

MINERALS USED: Ammolite

Iridescent and ancient, Ammolite is an organic gemstone formed from fossilised ammonite shells. With its shifting rainbow colours, it is often seen as a symbol of evolution, energy, and Earth's deep time.

The TOWERS 高耸入云 / Photograph by: Micky Wong | Creative Direction by: Im Ng

The TOWERS

Emergence of the Natural Wonders
60x75cm

MINERALS USED: Selenite & Aquamarine

With its  serene blue tones reminiscent of the sea, Aquamarine has long been associated with clarity, calmness, and protection. A member of the beryl family, it was once believed to be a talisman for sailors and a stone that soothes the spirit.

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