Silver Cove Calgary

Silver Cove Calgary Calgary’s trusted source for minerals, gemstones, home décor, fossils, beads and so much more!

06/04/2026

Father’s Day Sale – Silver Cove Calgary

June 13–21, 2026

Honour Father’s Day with something naturally bold. From June 13–21, enjoy 20% off fossils and rough rock at Silver Cove Calgary.

These raw and historic pieces make thoughtful gifts for dads who enjoy geology, science, and the natural world.

📍 Silver Cove Calgary: 1732 11 Ave SW

🕒 Store Hours: Daily: 11am–6pm

Excludes mineral specimens.

06/03/2026

🌈✨ Labradorite’s flash isn’t magic — it’s science.

That incredible shimmer is caused by a phenomenon called labradorescence. As light enters the stone, it interacts with microscopic layers inside the crystal structure, reflecting brilliant flashes of blue, green, gold, and even purple.

The effect is created through internal twinning and light interference, making each piece completely unique depending on how it formed.

No filters needed — nature already handled the special effects 💎

💬 What’s your favourite labradorite colour flash?

06/02/2026

☀️✨ Crystals often associated with summer energy ✨☀️

Warm colours, bright tones, and vibrant energy make these stones popular choices during the summer season:

🌞 Sunstone
🍊 Carnelian
✨ Citrine
🌿 Amber

Whether you love them for their colour, symbolism, or natural beauty, these stones feel perfectly matched to long sunny days 💎

💬 Which one gives you the strongest summer vibe?

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈Silver Cove proudly celebrates love, identity, and self-expression in all its beautiful forms...
06/02/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈

Silver Cove proudly celebrates love, identity, and self-expression in all its beautiful forms. This month — and every month — we stand with the LGBTQIA+ community and celebrate the freedom to be authentically you. ✨💖

Have you ever found one of our shows listed online and wondered if the information was accurate?To help everyone find th...
06/02/2026

Have you ever found one of our shows listed online and wondered if the information was accurate?

To help everyone find the most current dates, venues, admission information, and special event details, we've put together a quick guide to our official sources. 💜

Save this post for future reference and feel free to share it with fellow rock, gem, and crystal enthusiasts!

06/01/2026

🧊💎 Ever notice how crystals and minerals often feel cold to the touch?

It’s not because they’re actually colder — it’s because many minerals conduct heat more efficiently than materials like wood or fabric.

When you touch a crystal, heat quickly transfers from your hand into the stone, creating that cool sensation. Minerals like quartz, obsidian, and fluorite are especially noticeable because of their thermal conductivity.

It’s one of the many ways geology can literally feel different 👀

💬 What mineral always feels the coldest to you?

06/01/2026

💎✨ TUESDAY BEAD SALE! ✨💎

It's bead day at Silver Cove Calgary!

If you've been thinking about starting a new jewelry project or adding to your bead stash, now is the perfect time.

🎉 20% OFF ALL BEADS 🎉

Choose from gemstone beads, glass beads, specialty beads, and more while enjoying one-day savings.

📍 Silver Cove Calgary
1732 11 Ave SW
Calgary, AB

Offer valid Tuesday only.

05/27/2026

🔍💎 Guess the Crystal! 💎

Take a close look… 👀

Can you guess what crystal this is from just a zoomed-in view?

Drop your guess below — we’ll reveal the answer soon!

💬 Bonus points if you get it right 😉



ANSWER: Troilite

05/26/2026

🔍✨ Inclusions: Flaws or Geological Time Capsules? ✨

In gemology, inclusions are materials trapped inside a crystal during its formation — and they’re far more than just imperfections.

They can be:
• Other minerals
• Liquid or gas bubbles
• Even multi-phase systems (solid + liquid + gas)

These inclusions form as the crystal grows, capturing a snapshot of the exact conditions present millions of years ago. In fact, some inclusions are used by scientists to study ancient geological environments.

While inclusions may reduce clarity in some gems, in others (like emeralds), they are expected — and even help prove a stone is natural.

💬 Would you rather have a flawless stone, or one with a story inside it?

05/25/2026

☢️💎 Radioactive Gemstones: Should You Be Concerned?

Yes — some gemstones naturally contain radioactive elements like uranium or thorium.

Examples include:
• Ekanite
• Autunite
• Some fluorescent opals

In most cases, radiation levels are very low and safe for casual handling — but certain specimens should be stored or displayed with care.

Interestingly, radiation can also be used in labs to enhance gemstone color — though this process is regulated due to safety concerns.

💬 Would you add a radioactive mineral to your collection?

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1732 11 Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T3C0N4

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Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 7pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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