The Mineral Maven is an online, woman-owned, small business that was founded June 2019 in Austin, TX by Kylee Perea. Following relocation in Fall of 2022, the shop is now based in Central Maryland, but the goals of responsible sourcing practices, creating community, connecting people with crystals that call to them, and empowering collectors through crystal education remain paramount to the business' core values.

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My Goals:

Ma·ven (noun): an expert or connoisseur.

I strive to support you in your crystal journey and empower you with knowledge to be your own Mineral Maven.

My goal is to foster community that can integrate spirituality and science, a grounded alternative to a lot of spiritual spaces that don't always feel aligned.

I truly believe that small business can be a force for good. Giving back and investing in community is a priority at The Mineral Maven, you can see a detailed list of all mutual aid contributions since 2020 on this page: read more here.

My Values:

This space is pro-science and COVID-conscious.

Being a small business owner is inherently political.

Pro-liberation for all people (in Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Yemen, and beyond), anti-imperialist and anti-capitalist.

Safety and liberation for all trans and LGBTQIA2S+ folks.

No human being is illegal on stolen land - abolish ICE and return sovereignty to all Indigenous communities.

Pro-mutual aid, community care and healthcare access.

Discernment and empowerment are crucial in spirituality - you are your own expert on your personal journey.

Zero tolerance for spiritual bypassing and toxic positivity.

I prioritize ethical sourcing practices and transparency (and welcome these convos).

If you have any questions about my values or practices, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Pictured: Kylee (founder) at the Tucson Gem Showcase in 2022 with an amethyst display piece (left) and rose quartz display piece (right).