A while ago I spoke about discovering Magnesite (also known as Turquenite) that is dyed and often sold as imitation turquoise.
I really didn’t know very much about Magnesite except that which I had quickly read for that earlier post so I carried it around with me to bond with it and learn more about it. I prefer to do this as opposed to relying on books for crystal properties. I also find I remember more about the crystal when I take the time to learn what it specifically has to teach me. No two crystals are the same so they can each teach you something.