#1 Rock Identifier App

Identify Any Rock, Crystal, or Gemstone Instantly

Ruby Glint helps you identify rocks, crystals, gemstones, and minerals by taking photos. Upload a picture of your specimen and get detailed information about what you found. Perfect for rock collectors, geology students, and anyone curious about stones.

Rock Identification Scanner App Interface
Detailed Analysis Report for Identified Rock

Complete Rock Identification & Geology Tools

Identify Rocks with Just a Photo

Identify Rocks with Just a Photo

Snap a photo with Ruby Glint and instantly identify any rock or mineral. Our recognition technology analyzes your specimen and provides detailed identification results.

Detailed Analysis Reports

Get comprehensive reports for each identified specimen including mineral composition, hardness, crystal system, formation history, and geological significance.

Rock Locality Maps

Discover the best rock hunting locations with detailed locality maps. Plan your next rockhounding adventure with insider knowledge of productive collecting sites.

Gemstone Marketplace

Browse and discover rare specimens from collectors worldwide. Connect with sellers, view detailed listings, and find unique additions for your collection.

Sell Your Gemstones

List your rock and mineral discoveries with professional photos and pricing estimates. Upload listing forms easily and connect with collectors interested in your specimens.

Rock Scanner & Mineral Identifier Features

Discover what rocks and minerals you find with photo recognition. Perfect for rock collectors, geology students, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Photo Rock Identification

Photo Rock Identification

Take a photo of any rock, mineral, crystal, or gemstone and get instant identification results. Works with specimens from your backyard to professional geological samples.

Rock Collecting Maps

Rock Collecting Maps

Find rock hunting locations with geological maps and mineral locality information. Plan collecting trips and discover productive areas to explore.

Geology Learning Center

Geology Learning Center

Learn rock identification with modules covering mineral properties, crystal systems, and field identification techniques.

Specimen Value Estimates

Specimen Value Estimates

Get market value estimates for your rock and mineral specimens based on current market data and rarity factors.

Complete Analysis Reports

Complete Analysis Reports

Receive detailed reports with geological data, formation history, mineral composition, and crystal system information for every identification.

Personal Geology Coach

Personal Geology Coach

Get personalized guidance to improve your rock identification skills, build your collection, and advance your geological knowledge.

Gemstone Marketplace - Buy & Sell Rocks, Minerals & Crystals

Connect with other rock collectors around the world. Browse geological specimens, sell minerals you've found, and add to your collection through the gemstone marketplace. Great for trading crystals, fossils, and rare minerals.

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Sell Your Specimens

List your rock and mineral discoveries with professional photos and pricing estimates. Connect with collectors and geology enthusiasts interested in specimens.

  • Professional listing templates
  • Easy photo upload and management
  • Connect with collectors worldwide
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Discover Rare Finds

Browse specimens from collectors around the world. Find specimens for your collection and connect with fellow collectors.

  • Browse worldwide collections
  • Direct messaging with sellers
  • Community-driven marketplace
Gemstone Marketplace

Interactive Rock Hounders Map - Discover Prime Collecting Locations

Access our rock hounders map with mineral locality information, geological formations, and collecting sites. Find the best places for rock hunting, gemstone collecting, and fossil hunting near you.

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Geological Site Database

Explore thousands of documented rock collecting sites, mineral localities, and geological formations. Each location includes detailed information about what rocks and minerals can be found there.

  • GPS coordinates for precise navigation
  • Detailed mineral occurrence data
  • Best collecting seasons and conditions
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Smart Location Finder

Search for rock hunting spots based on the minerals you want to collect, your location, and experience level.

  • Search by mineral type or rock formation(coming soon)
  • Location name filtering
  • Difficulty level recommendations
Rock Hounders Map Interface

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about rock identification, gemstone buying, and using our platform.

Ruby Glint uses advanced AI and machine learning algorithms trained on thousands of rock and mineral specimens. Our identification accuracy is over 90% for common rocks and minerals. For best results, take clear, well-lit photos showing the rock's key characteristics like color, texture, and crystal structure.

Yes! Ruby Glint offers free rock identification with basic features. You can identify rocks, access our learning center, and browse the gemstone marketplace at no cost. Premium features include unlimited identifications, detailed geological reports, and advanced collection management tools.

Absolutely! Our integrated marketplace allows you to list your gemstones, minerals, and rock specimens for sale. You can upload photos, set prices, and connect directly with buyers worldwide. We provide tools to help you create professional listings and manage transactions safely.

Ruby Glint can identify over 6,000 types of rocks, minerals, crystals, and gemstones including common specimens like quartz, granite, and limestone, as well as rare minerals and precious gemstones. The app works with igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks, plus minerals and crystals of all types.

Use our interactive Rock Hounders Map to discover collecting sites near you. The map shows mineral localities, geological formations, and collecting areas with details about what rocks and minerals can be found there. You can filter by location, rock type, and difficulty level to plan your next rockhounding adventure.

We work hard to ensure authenticity in our marketplace. Sellers are encouraged to provide certificates and detailed information about their specimens. However, we recommend buyers use their own expertise and, for expensive purchases, consider independent verification. Our community reporting system helps maintain quality standards.

Start Your Rock Identification Journey Today

Download now and find out what rocks you've discovered. Connect with other rock collectors and geology enthusiasts.

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