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Astro West Fine Minerals, Fossils, and Meteorites

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👍👍 This is a beautifully laid out place with knowledgeable staff. Cracking open your own geode is a lot of fun! The prices are quite high compared to other places I've been, but it's definitely a worthwhile visit. Jewelry, stones, minerals and fossils can keep me in this store for up to 45 mins 😍 People often mention store, staff, geode, visit, minerals, beautiful,


Address

Store front, 102 W 79th St, New York, NY 10024

Website

www.astrowest.com

Contact

(646) 781-9377

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (159 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 7 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 7 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 7 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 7 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 10 AM to 7 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 10 AM to 7 PM
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 7 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: store (13) staff (8) geode (8) visit (6) minerals (6) beautiful (6)
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  • 5/5 Salvage S. 6 years ago on Google • 115 reviews
    This is a beautifully laid out place with knowledgeable staff. Cracking open your own geode is a lot of fun! The prices are quite high compared to other places I've been, but it's definitely a worthwhile visit. Jewelry, stones, minerals and fossils can keep me in this store for up to 45 mins 😍
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J W. 4 years ago on Google • 126 reviews
    Tourist here! I loved this place. If you know anything about geodes, you'd understand how much money sits in a store like this. Beautiful treasures. Definitely worth stopping in to browse. These were some of my favorites.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erik S. 3 years ago on Google • 64 reviews
    This store is incredible they have some of the most beautiful pieces I've ever seen in my life. The owner of the store is very knowledgeable of everything he seems and can tell you essentially everything you need to know about a piece. The staff is very helpful and I would highly recommend this store for anyone looking to get a wonderful piece for their home of office.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adrienne h. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing store, the moment I walked in I was in awe with their collection it ranges from large display pieces to beautiful smaller items. The showroom had so many different types of minerals and stones. The staff was friendly and very helpful.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 [ RichGucci1 ]. 5 years ago on Google
    I stopped in to look for a gift for a collector friend of mine. The staff was absolutely top notch, knowledgeable in regards to the items they sell and their collection is simply breathtaking. Hands down this is where you want to shop for fine geodes, fossils and meteorites.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justine Blythe L. 3 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    This place is gorgeous, more like a wing in a museum where everything is lovingly and exquisitely considered. I came with my daughter and we were awed. Scott helped us—his knowledge is impressive. Come to look. You won’t regret that. But you will also be so tempted to buy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Ivan C. 5 months ago on Google • 52 reviews
    Update: dropping rating from 5 to 1 star, soldier to post purchase customer service. After nearly two months trying to resolve a defective ring that we returned just days after purchasing Astrowest ghosted us. Multiple calls and requests for resolution, messages for call back have gone unanswered. Optimistically still hoping for resolution should the owner read this and understand what staff is not doing. Original review: Bryce is so knowledgeable and patient. Sharing his insights, while we browsed. Entered to just look and left in possession of a beautiful piece to caretake. - - - No Looking forward to returning. Please be very cautious - buyer beware. Totally disappointed! , Elizabeth and Ivan

  • 5/5 roman k. 1 year ago on Google
    WoW. Love this location. Was passing by the museum of natural history and discovered Astro west!! Prices was better than other minerals shop I’ve been too. Great staff. Highly recommended. They have everything you need. Cause I’ve found what I needed
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Only T. 1 year ago on Google
    Insanely Overpriced , if you buy anything here you have been taken for a fool. $11,399.00 for a blue lace agate box , I have studied geology the world over this is UNETHICAL PRICING!!! profiteering at its Worst! Do some research I found a better quality box for $299.00 online. You have been warned.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Catherine S. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff is super friendly & full of info. Variety of crystals of all types & sizes. Pretty jewelry. Can crack your own geode for about $15....nice experience!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vicky B. 2 months ago on Google • 41 reviews New
    Absolutely wonderful store. We were in a cab stopped at the light and became mesmerized by the window, had to jump out and go inside. Friendly informative salesperson. Must return.

  • 5/5 silver s. 3 months ago on Google • 9 reviews New
    A beautiful place, and has perfect attention love it I started my new collection! Thank you!

  • 5/5 Allyson H. 5 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Some of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Bryce was so friendly and inviting and extremely helpful. Made my experience in the store so much better! Even got to crack my own geode! Loved it

  • 5/5 David M. 5 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    We had our twin grandchildren in town for an overnight visit and planned a visit to Astro West. I had previously met with Brice, the truly knowledgeable, courteous staffer on duty who showed me around the shop and suggested that I look into arranging to have him set up the shearing of a geode as a fun activity for the children. So, last weekend I arrived with the girls in tow- we did a walk around getting great insights from Brice who pointed out to the young children many of the more interesting minerals and sculptures, often removing items from their shelf to provide a closer look. We ended our impromptu tour in front of a large barrel holding a large supply of intact geodes, all around the size of a Spalding baseball. Once the twins agreed on the geode of choice, Brice then placed the geode in a shearing device (with thick plexiglass for protected viewing) he then allowed the girls to pull on the activator which in a matter of a few seconds had the shearing device put enough pressure on the geode to split it into two equal pieces; No fight over "who got the bigger half". The "pop" of the geode as it flew apart was immediately followed by squeals of delight as the girls picked up their semi-hollow geodes, each bearing a beautiful garden of white and clear quartz crystals. A great guy working in a fine store - a highlight for the girls NY visit. Thanks Brice!

  • 5/5 Christian 8 months ago on Google
    Super cool find! Check this place out, it’s worth a visit. The kids LOVE opening geodes - it’s super exciting! There are tons of items of various price ranges. This is a really cool place to find unique gifts!

  • 5/5 Jessica C. 5 months ago on Google
    Best store to explore- especially after the museum! Scott was fantastic teaching our family about the stones. And we cracked open some geodes- which was a blast. Must visit!

  • 5/5 Hannah P. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing selection, friendly and knowledgable staff – easily the best crystal and fossil store in New York!

  • 5/5 Caroline H. 4 years ago on Google
    This store is worth a look even if minerals and fossils is not your thing. The displays are expertly curated and a lot of the selections look like they ought to be in a museum. The attendants are enthusiastic and have a personal interest in the minerals and fossils on sale. Bonus points for picking up on my interests and the staff on being genuinely friendly people.

  • 5/5 sherri o. 4 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    I’m grateful for the thoughtful, kind, caring service at Astro West… Scott and Bryce were both so very generous with their time and attention as I perused the store for gifts for my dear friends. They shared their knowledge and intuition around the gemstones I purchased. It was a very special and personal shopping experience. Thank you.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ In-store shopping
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    • ✓️ Small business

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