Hey @glenalbrethsen, humans create amazing things, but so does nature. These rocks are a little different than regular picture stone jasper because these have the dendrites in them which really adds to the "scene". It really is mind boggling isn't it.

Personally, yes, we have our display cases with our special gems and minerals in them. I keep a few on my desk, especially opals, to keep me positive. Looking at something beautiful can relieve some of that everyday stress.

Think, humans have just scratched the surface on most minerals. There is so much more buried underneath us and out there floating around in space. I'm glad I am alive right now because I still have the opportunity to go out and dig some of it up. I'm not sure that will be the case when my kids are my age. Governments just keep closing off prime collecting areas and soon there won't be any left. Sorry for the rant!

Thanks!