With the relentless pace of international trade trips, it is not uncommon for Tom (Crystal World Founder) to wake up occasionally wondering what country he is even in. In early April 2026, the answer was Jaipur, India—one of the premier gemstone and jewellery hubs in the world. The trip was timed to attend the International …
Jewellery Production and Gem Sourcing: Jaipur, India – April 2026 Read More »
In mid-March 2026, geologist and Crystal World founder Tom Kapitany arrived in China alongside Crystal World Manager Rick Gosper. This multi-city trip allowed them to divide their focus between evaluating cutting-edge industrial technology in Shanghai and conducting hands-on gemstone sourcing within the massive mineral markets of Donghai. Shanghai: Green Architecture and Industrial 3D Printing The …
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In early March 2026, Crystal World founder Tom Kapitany made his third trip to the Big Island of Hawaii. A key focus during his time on the island was following the active eruption cycles of Kīlauea volcano—a location Tom has been tracking closely since gaining rare access and conducting a helicopter flyover during the major …
Return to Kīlauea: Tracking Eruption Cycles and Volcanic Rebirth on the Big Island Read More »
For decades, Crystal World’s mining operations have been built on hands-on exploration and geological knowledge across Australia. With more than thirty-five mining leases and exploration tenements, Tom Kapitany, the founder of Crystal World, and his team have worked in some of the country’s most remote and mineral-rich regions searching for crystals, fossils, gemstones, and rare …
Outback Exploration: Journey to the Harts Range Sunstone Mine— December 2025 Read More »
In November, Crystal World founder and geologist Tom Kapitany embarked on 9 day trip across the Middle East and Egypt. His journey took him through the United Arab Emirates, Lebanon, and Egypt, focused on education, networking with museums, collectors, and field teams — but also filled with culture, history, and moments of fun. Read below …
Natural History Journeys: Middle East & Egypt — Nov 2025 Read More »
By Tom Kapitany (Crystal World) — Geologist and Palaeontologist The opening of the Abu Dhabi Natural History Museum is nothing short of extraordinary. Billions of dollars have gone into building a world‑class institution, filled with dinosaurs, meteorites, gems and natural history specimens sourced from private collectors, commercial dealers and field scientists. It is proof that cooperation — not …
Abu Dhabi Natural History Museum Shows Up the SVP Read More »
Fieldwork and Discovery Crystal World founder and geologist Tom Kapitany has undertaken numerous field trips to excavate almandine garnets in the mining district of Broken Hill, New South Wales. Working from the Tomkap Mine at Thackaringa, Broken Hill, Tom and his crew have recovered large garnet specimens that have attracted the interest of collectors, museums, …
Australia’s Bold Red Crystals: Almandine Garnet Field Work Read More »
Crystal World founder Tom had an incredible 7 week geological journey from May- July, his travels began in Brazil, before heading to Spain, Hungary and France. Tom travels extensively throughout the year, hand-picking specimens from across the globe that ultimately find their way into the Crystal World Exhibition Centre. His adventures are not just about …
A Geological Journey Across Continents- May 2025 Read More »
In March, Crystal World Founder and Geologist, Tom Kapitany, set off on an incredible 20-day expedition through Morocco. Morocco’s rich geological heritage has made it a popular destination for geotourism, attracting visitors worldwide to explore its fossil sites, mineral deposits, and stunning geological formations. Tom’s travels led him to some of the most renowned fossil …
Crystal World Founder, Tom, recently visited China as an honoured judge for Global Natural History Day, an American-based children’s charity promoting scientific exploration and research. With a longstanding relationship with the Chinese scientific community, Tom has frequently collaborated with museums, academics and officials and has lectured to middle schools and universities. During his trip, Tom …
