Central Vermont is where equinite was "discovered". The farrier had just left and the hoof trimmings were on the floor of the stall. A beam of sunlight illuminated a wet hoof trimming and a hint of the inner beauty was revealed. After months of research, the Equinite gem was born.

The gem colors range from a cream white to a charcoal blackish brown and some are actually reddish. Each one has its own unique character. Some equinite gems appear to have the same features that are seen in diamonds. Inclusions and feathers (we call them horse feathers) are apparent in many of the gems.