The term "native mineral" refers to a mineral that is found in its natural form, without any modification or alteration. Synonyms for native mineral include "elemental mineral", "uncombined mineral", or "primary mineral". Other related terms include "mineral species", which refers to minerals that have similar chemical compositions, and "mineraloids", which are mineral-like substances that do not have a crystalline structure. Some examples of native minerals include gold, copper, silver, and sulfur. These minerals have been prized by humans for thousands of years for their beauty, durability, and usefulness in a variety of applications, from jewelry-making to industry.