
Measurements: ~1-3/4" long x 1-1/4" wide
Location: Australia

Smithsonite geode with botryoidal druzy formation and various openings along the front and bottom of the specimen. This is a rare find, especially with the botryoidal/stalactite structure, and the color has a gorgeous range of light to medium tone blue. A wonderful and unique specimen!
Measurements: ~5" wide x 4" deep x 4" tall
Location: D.R.O.C., Africa

Stunning baroque pearls paired with gold filled beads. The pearls have a white body and flashy pink iridescence. The entire necklace is 18 inches long and finishes with a gold filled lobster clasp. This is a necklace design that we can re-make or make multiples of in store if possible. The beads in the necklace you purchase may appear different than the exact beads shown in this photo.

A beautifully prepped specimen, Acanthochirana cordata. Sold with metal stand.
Measurements: Plate sizes: 6-1/2" long x 5" tall
Specimen Measurements: ~4" long x 1-1/2" tall
Location: Solnhofen Plattenkalk, Bavarian province, Germany
Time Period: Jurassic ~ 150 myo

Dioptase crystal cluster with white calcite inclusions throughout.
Measurements: ~3" long x 2" tall x 1" deep
Location: Sanda, Kimbedi, D.R.O.C

9" strand of faceted teardrop shaped briolette beads. They are top drilled and measure about 5x7mm each. These are high quality rainbow moonstone that are white/clear with a blue flash.
Location: India

This is perhaps the finest Placoderm specimen we've had come through our shop. Exquisitly prepped, it bears no remaining matrix & displays fine detail. This is one of the larger examples you are likely to find.
Measurements in stand: ~9" long x 6-1/2" tall x 7" wide
Specimen: ~9" long x 3-1/2" tall x 5" wide
Location: Sidi Ali, Morocco, Africa
Time Period: Devonian, ~ 400 - 359 MYO

Brazilian Agate carved into a skull with a druzy geode opening.
Measurements: ~2-1/2" tall x 3-3/4" long x 2" wide
Location: Brazil

This is a representation of the type of Mosasaur tooth in its bedrock matrix we carry. Each tooth will vary somewhat in size and shape, but we will always chose a nice specimen for you. Measurement: : ~ 1-1/2" long Location: Morocco Time period: Cretaceous


An interesting and unique Zuni design consisting of black onyx and cultured opal, inlayed in finely crafted sterling silver.
Nation: Zuni
Size: ~1-1/2" long x 7/8" wide

These bookends have been felted on their resting sides. The inside of each side of the bookends has sparkling calcite crystals. These in particular, have very tiny, druzy like crystals that almost look velvety.
Measurements: ~9-1/4" Wide x 5-1/8" Tall x 3" Deep
Location: Utah, U.S.A.
Welcome to Dave's Rock Shop Online
Since 1970
Your source for art, created by Mother Nature
As a family owned business for over 50 years in Evanston, Dave's Rock Shop has a great appreciation for our loyal long-time customers, as well as the continuing support of new patrons. We love the excitement of introducing rocks and fossils to a new generation of rockhounds. Our goal is to continue to provide our customers with the highest quality of service, product, and information. Many thanks to you all, and as Dave would say, "Happy Hunting!".
Our mission remains the same both in the shop and on online - to offer a wide variety of the most unique, high quality items at a fair price, and to educate our customers to the best of our ability about the items we sell. Stop by often, as we will frequently be updating and adding new things to the site and the shop!
Thanks, Daves & Friends
New Arrivals
12-1/2" Amethyst & Stand
11" Amethyst Showpiece
12" Ammonite Slice (with stand)
15" Quartz Cluster (with stand)
10mm White Topaz Necklace
1-1/4" Oval Larimar Cabochon
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Artifacts "Primitive Man tools"
An artifact is a modified simple object showing human workmanship. The artifacts...
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Books & Bookends
We carry a variety of beautiful natural stone bookends. And, our books...
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Carvings & Gem Boxes
Our selection features artists from around the world who sculpt and carve...
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Gemstone Bead Jewelry
We sell natural beads in precious and semi-precious gemstones. Every strand is...
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Native American Art
We carry a selection of artistry from the Southwestern United States. We...
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Tableware, Vases & Pottery
We carry functional onyx and fossil marble tableware as well as decorative...
Welcome to Dave's Rock Shop Online!
Hey folks!
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A nice bit of recognition, brought to attention. (We're #12)
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Check it out folks. Dave's Rock Shop was recently placed on a "Bucket List" (#38), of places one must visit, while in Illinois!
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