Unsolicited Emails and letters received from Club
members:
"Received my first package
earlier than expected and was
totally blown away by the
quality of the Stilbite-CA
specimen you sent, as well as
the write-up! Both grade-A! I
was also blown away when I
called to join and actually had
the founder of the club answer
the phone, that alone speaks
volumes as to the quality of
your customer service. Extremely
happy to be part of the club,
and I have also suggested it to
many friends. I can hardly wait
to get February's offering!" --W.D.,
Oklahoma
"Hey
Richard!
I just received the minerals that you
sent me... I have to say, it was more
exciting than Christmas to open them!
The favorites (in reverse order):
3. Rhodonite from Peru - absolutely
beautiful and amazing.
2. Dolomite from China - I'm used to
seeing it pure white, but the pink is
simply magnificent.
#1 favorite: Aegirine, Microcline from
Malawi. What a great piece! I've never
heard of aegirine - wow!
All of the pieces are "top notch" and I
couldn't be more pleased. Thank you,
thank you, thank you. It just gives me
more excitement for the show this year
to see great mineral specimens and to
buy for the geology department at my
community college. Thank all those
concerned for sending the minerals -
that includes Cheyenne!" --M.S., Texas
"Richard, just wanted to thank you for the
specimen she received, She's showing
everyone and always looking at it. Thanks
again." --B.H., California
"I just
wanted to let you know I received my
shipment of Anhydrite and Aquamarine
yesterday and I am just ecstatic. The
Aquamarine was as I expected as you had sent
me some very good photos. The Anhydrite is a
very nice specimen just and a gorgeous
pale blue color." --M.P., Canada
" I am so glad to see
Mineral of the Month Club finally getting its due. I
hope as people see the specimen samples in the article
they will be lining up to join. Having attended many
many minerals show and visiting rock shops all over the
east coast I can say they will not find a better value
for their dollar anywhere." -- B.C., Georgia
"I was so happy to hear about
the Mineral of the Month Club. My husband is so hard to
shop for--I knew I found the perfect gift for him once I
found your website. I almost told him what his gift was
last night I was so excited! He loves sharing his hobby
with our sons so it really is a gift for all of us!" --
A.W., Texas
"Received the
shipment today. Everything arrived in good condition and am very pleased
with the minerals. Was surprised at the size of the carnelian, and the
tektite is exceptional. Thanks very much!" --R.A., Louisiana
"That reminds me – I forgot to email you
after I got the selenite and anhydrite last month. They were
exceptional!! Thanks so much. I am glad I waited for the second batch of
anhydrites – that piece was unbelievable! Much showier than I imagined
it was going to be." -- E.W., Illinois
"Richard, the barite is
beautiful! Thank you so much!" --Debby, Georgia
"Thanks for the terrific
barite specimen!" --Bob, Washington
"I just want to comment on
the outstanding gold level specimen of barite I got. The beautiful green
wafer shaped crystals complemented by the brown matrix really makes for a
handsome piece! Thank you again for taking the time and trouble to give up
top notch minerals at a reasonable price." --Blain, Canada
"I was extremely busy last
week but I wanted to tell you that the barite specimen you sent was
absolutely beautiful. I had forgotten the overall high quality of your
specimens but please keep up the good work! -- John, Nevada
"We absolutely love the
September anhydrite specimens we received!" --Matt & Michelle, Florida
"I’ve been a member since
last Dec., and I am also a science teacher. I would like to thank you very
much for this month’s mineral, anhydrite from Naica. I have been showing
pictures of the Cave of Giant Crystals for several years in my chemistry and
earth science classes. The students, like myself, are awed and amazed by the
spectacular display of Mother Nature’s handiwork in this cave. This year was
no exception, but this year was also different because of you. Including a
sample from the Naica mine while I was doing the picture demonstration on
the cave was fantastic. Thank-you very much for helping me in teaching my
students." --James, Ohio
"Both specimens arrived
safely and were beautiful. As a matter of fact when showing them to my
friends we started having a debate which was actually the finer specimen.
Will be looking forward to next month." --Richard, Louisiana
"Richard, the anhydrite is
wonderful! I couldn't stop looking at it. Thank all y'all so much!" --
Debbie, Georgia
"I am a new member. My
daughter joined me up in June. I love the aquamarine specimen that you sent
me in July. Beautifully clear. Thanks!" --Margaret, New York
I just wanted to let
you know I appreciate the card! It felt so personal. She loved the gift!
Thanks again! --Tiffany, Colorado
Again,
thank you for picking out such a beautiful specimen--I was thrilled with the
dolomite. --Gail, Minnesota
Thanks for another
stunning specimen. I just placed it in our number one spot, which is
where it will stay until you send something to top it! I really
appreciate what you send me. --John, Texas
Hey, Richard...got the
dolomite...very nice and just so pleased with how this is working out.
Learning so much! -- Cathey, North Carolina
Hi Richard ~ this month's
selection is exceptionally beautiful! I must say I got a big kick of all the
tiny pyrite cubes and actually thought the dove gray and perfect quartz
points prettier than the dolomite! Thank you for the wonderful sample. --
Trish, Washington
Thank you for the Dolomite
specimen I recently ordered. I loved it and the stand is perfect! --
Christy, Michigan
"The stibnite was absolutely
beautiful. What a really quality piece, especially for gold
level." -- Richard, Louisiana
"Thanks, Richard. I really appreciate, enjoy, and
treasure the write-ups." --J.B., Pennsylvania.
"I got the rhodonite and it looks much better than the
photo. Thank you for giving me first dibs on this very nice sample!" --John,
Texas
"Your Club is one of the best and most cost effective
ways of adding to our collection." --David, Hawaii
"I received the package today and the aquamarine was
superb! Probably the best specimen I have received since starting,
beautiful." -- Richard, Louisiana
"I had to comment on this communication. It's GREAT!
All the info and offers are all in one Email with virtually all the info I
would need to make a purchase or decision. Keep it up, it's excellent."
--Scott, Colorado
"I just got the Aegirine specimen and found it
extremely nice and interesting. The species usually looks rather blah in the
books, but this is a great specimen. A very nice grouping for the price.
Good write-up, too. Many thanks." --Jerry, Louisiana
"What was a surprise, however, is that you actually
wrote back to him! He was delighted to get an answer. A personal response
like that is unusual these days. That you took the time to do so for a kid,
well, that's just extraordinary. Thank you for going above and beyond."
--Eric, Illinois
"I just received the Aegirine specimen in the mail
yesterday. It's simply beautiful! Thanks." --Roger, Colorado
"I received the replacement mineral you sent me a
little over a week ago, it was an amazing specimen that I couldn't help but
bring to work to show other enthusiasts. You guys went above and beyond and
I can't thank you enough, as do my family." --Aaron, Colorado
"Thanks - your customer service is great." --Susan,
California
"I gotta say I am blown away with the Kyanite
Platinum-level specimen, absolutely spectacular, awesome, and the Rhodonite
specimen is amazing as well. Good job Richard, i am really impressed."
--Shane, Canada
"Received my aquamarine specimen today and the 2010
Gold-level set. I am thrilled with not only the specimens but also with the
info sheets, which will be great reading and studying. Glad I joined!"
--Gail, Minnesota
"I just wanted to send you a quick hello and let you
know that my husband and I are very pleased with the two specimens we have
ordered since becoming members. Thanks so much for this wonderful service
you provide!" --Michelle, Florida
"Your write ups are also great, I've read through them several times. I look
forward to many more selections." -- Erik
"You are to be complimented on your selection of specimens. Keep up
the great work." -- Earl
"Now that I've seen some
comparable material, your shipments certainly do seem an excellent value for
the quality." -- Jerry
"Thanks very much. My son is so very thrilled with his membership!
he's nine years old, soon to be ten-and anticipates his new mineral each
month from day one. It's one of the best gifts he's received in a long, long
time." -- Michele
"I also want to say thanks
and 'wow!' I just loved receiving the minerals, it was a veritable treasure
trove. The write ups are terrific, I love the blend of science, history,
geography, and even philosophy. My family and I learn so much. The specimens
are just beautiful." -- Cathy
"I'm convinced! Your club is outstanding not only to the
minerals that you offer but the service and friendliness. I must say that
this is as good, if not better, than visiting a shop... Keep up the
exceptional work and I look forward to many years of continued excellence."
-- Steve
"We are very impressed with
our specimen. Our mind's eye never conjured up the real beauty of the
specimen. Its is a cherished addition to our collection. Than you so much."
-- Melissa
"Let me say the pieces are fantastic! Excellent
packaging, good clean size specimens, literature that accompanies each piece
is well written and easy to follow... [It's great] to receive a piece each
month to add to my collection." Chris
"I love all the minerals
you've sent me this past year... I look forward to a new mineral every month
now and I definitely want to keep that going for a long time... I love this
club!!!" -- Rod, Hawaii
"I enjoy the specimens very
much, and your write ups are great." -- James
"You all are doing a
fabulous job and we feel privileged to receive your minerals and stories of
how they were obtained. You are providing a great service for the youth of
today. We have all learned so much from each little treasure we get every
month." -- Kelly
" Your last shipment, amazing...Thanks again for you and your team
for the the nice specimen you get for the members." -- Andre, Canada
"...thanks so much and keep
up the good work! Even if you have to increase the Deluxe membership by $4 a
month, I still wont be able to find a better deal out there!" -- Laura,
North Carolina
"I'll will certainly be
looking forward to my monthly shipment... I initially started with another
club, but cancelled that subscription after receiving your sample! My
brother-in-law is a real rock hound, he was so jealous that he'll probably
need a subscription of his own for Christmas." -- Laurel
"I want you to know that
all [my] items arrived in perfect condition. They were so well packed!!!
Thanks so much." -- Bill
"I am a beginner collector and your club is perfect for me. I loved
December's ruby and the write up was interesting and informative. I can
hardly wait for the next one!... I look forward to a long standing
membership with you. Thanks so much!!" --Kristen, Pennsylvania
"I am really amazed to
receive the packet yesterday containing the minerals up to the month of
August. It's a great surprise and I specially thank you both and your team
to really stand up to your words. Indeed it was a surprise and you guys are
awesome in providing this dedicated service... My membership to this great
club would benefit me in building up some of the inventory." -- Sanjeev,
Kuwait
"Just thought I'd let you know I've really enjoyed the mineral
selections sent out recently, especially the Lazulite. All the samples sent
out since upgrading have been great." -- Thomas, Colorado
"I want to thank you and
the crew for the very beautiful specimens that you have sent me... I look
forward to the specimens that you send me...You have sent me only top
quality minerals."-- Matt
"Well you've done it again! This month's Azurite specimens is
absolutely the most drop-dead gorgeous thing I've seen, and that's saying a
lot considering all the other drop-dead gorgeous specimens I've received in
the past from you guys! But this Azurite is spectacular; I could spend days
just examining every little nook and cranny of it, sure to find new gorgeous
bits to exclaim over. I also want to applaud you on your switch to
biodegradable packing peanuts . . . I put them in my compost pile whenever
it gets too wet and needs more dry items." --Laura, North Carolina
"I have just finished
renewing my Gramma's membership. Thank you so much for your amazing service.
She is 88 years old and adores every specimen she receives." --Victoria,
Canada
"Your cinnabar sample was so nice... its now on loan from me to the
University of Regina. They like it so much that they put it up with their
other incredible samples at the entrance to the Geology Department!" Ian,
Canada
"My niece just came running
to my door and had the smile of a lifetime on her face. She proudly showed
me her first piece that came in the mail and the excitement was more than I
could have ever asked for. Her words... 'oh my gosh...oh my gosh...oh my
gosh! Wow...it's so pretty...oh my gosh.' Well enough said you made
her day and then some." Monique, Washington
"You all are doing a fabulous job and we feel privileged to receive
your minerals and stories of how they were obtained. You are providing a
great service for the youth of today. We have all learned so much from each
little treasure we get every month." Kelly, California
"I can see myself being a
lifelong member of this club." Rod, Hawaii
"I just realized "K" hasn't been downloading the newsletters and
write ups... I told him I wouldn't wash anymore of his clothes 'til they are
in my hands!! Looking forward to new minerals!" Pam, Washington
"Thank you so much!" Debby,
Georgia
"Well four months of new membership and fantastic specimens, I'm
convinced! Your club is outstanding not only to the minerals that you offer
but the service and friendliness. I must say that this is as good as if not
better than visiting a shop." Steve, Indiana
"I just wanted to write and
let you know how happy I am to be a member... I couldn't get a better deal.
I also get a variety of minerals, many of which I would never know about
otherwise. That, plus the absolutely wonderful write-ups that accompany each
specimen, leads me to believe that this is the best place and the best deal
for any collector! ...I love them all! So once again, thanks so much and
keep up the good work!" Laura, North Carolina
"I enjoy the specimens very much, and your write ups are great."
James, Colorado
"Your last shipment,
amazing. Never seen an adamite like the one I received... Thanks again for
you and your team for the nice specimens you get for the members." Andre,
Canada
"I was very impressed
with the large sized minerals that arrived today, August 17th, in excellent
condition. Their size and quality were more than I expected. Keeping your
Gold-Level members excited will assure lifetime memberships. I really appreciated
the time chatting with you by phone. Thanks again."-- Bob, Connecticut
"All I can say is WOW, the mineral specimens that I received are
outstanding to say the least."-- Bill, California
"I joined your Club two months ago and was just writing to let
you know that I am extremely pleased with the two minerals that I have
received so far. The size of each sample is larger than I had expected and the
quality of each mineral is excellent. Also, I am very pleased with the amount
of information that is included in the write-ups. It is nice to know
information not just about the mineral, but where it came from and also to
know some of the history and uses of the minerals. I am very glad that I have
decided to join your Club."-- E.B., New York, March 31, 2004
"I don’t know when I’ve
enjoyed anything as much as I enjoy the Mineral of the Month Club!"
–
P. H., Colorado
"Your write-up sheets give more easy to understand information than
all of the reference books that I have. Thanks for the great work!" –
B.C., Georgia
"I've checked
out about 15 books on rocks and minerals from the library as I've been
researching our new hobby and nothing compared to these write-ups. They are
very comprehensive, and more importantly, very readable." - D. D.,
Massachusetts
"Your mineral mailings are wonderful and your
information is a pleasure to read-- my collection is growing-- couldn't be
more delighted! - M. A., Ohio
"I'M SO GLAD TO
BE IN THE MINERAL OF THE MONTH CLUB!" - J. B.,
Virginia
"I wanted to thank you for another great year of
wonderful specimens and write-ups. I appreciate all the work and research that
goes into each month's mineral." - A. F., California
"I thought about
calling you, but what I have to say should be in writing: The minerals
(fluorite and eudialyte) were way beyond my expectations! They are absolutely
beautiful! I felt like that 10 year-old kid of some 45 years ago-- that
had just gotten a prize rock for his first collection!" - J.
L., Washington
"The mineral shipment arrived on Friday. It is go great. I am
continually amazed by the quality of the mineral specimens (actually, I should
be getting used to the high quality, but still, I'm amazed!!)." -- S.W., Canada (Geologist)
"Thanks for another
outstanding year!"-- R. A., Michigan
"I would have to leave home if I let Mineral of the Month lapse.
She loves it, the specimens are all first class. We couldn’t be
happier." –S.T., Arkansas
"Wanted to let you know how pleased I was with the Okenite
Gold-Level specimen.
My whole family marveled at the delicate beauty and more amazingly at how it
traveled across the U.S. in great shape." --
D. F.,
Pennsylvania (Geologist)
"I have one word for the Mineral of the Month Club... WOW !!!!! I
just opened the box last night, and I was overjoyed with the size and quality of the
mineral specimen that I received. Truthfully, I was a little skeptical when I first
saw the web site. Well, you know, unfortunately the times we live in, good deals
are often too good to be true. Not in this case. You have another happy
member."-- J. C., Virginia (geologist)
"I have learned so much from your write-ups that I am starting to teach my
Mom."-- M. L. Age 11, Colorado
"My children were very pleased with the first samples that arrived.
My son took them to show his grade three class the day after they arrived and is looking
forward to receiving the next samples." --
T. N.,
Canada
"I've felt the impulse many times to commend you on the quality of your
service. The quality is very high, both the specimens and the write-ups. It's rare in that few things are a combination of aesthetically and scientifically
satisfying, with all that geographic, geological, economic, and political background.
If you could work sex into it, your operation would be a runaway world success. Keep up the good work!"-
G. H., California
Cindy loves her gift subscription! Also, my students (4th
grade) look forward each month to our new mineral. As soon as it arrives, they
all want to examine it." - C. H., Wyoming
