Finding Rare Dark Purple Sea Glass on the Beach

You honestly never forget the first time you spot a piece of dark purple sea glass peeking out from the wet sand. It usually doesn't even look like glass at first. Most of the time, you'll be walking along the shoreline, eyes glued to the pebbles, and you'll see something that looks like a smooth, black stone. It's only when you pick it up and hold it against the afternoon sun that the magic happens. That deep, moody violet glow kicks in, and suddenly, you realize you've found one of the rarest treasures the ocean has to offer. ...

May 8, 2026 · 7 min · Annigna Atighechi