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Our selection has been reported by several rock shop magazines, as “Worth the Trip”. Some have even called us the “working man’s rock & mineral shop”. Well…we are a “Working Rock Shop”. We have been known to cut piece for piece (depending on the rock) and slice for slice. We buy, sell, and trade. Read more...
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The Tar Heel Gem and Mineral Club monthly meetings have been cancelled until further notice due to the spread of COVID-19. Everyone please stay home and stay safe. We will update you when things have subsided and meetings resume. Read more...
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Welcome to the online home of the Southern Appalachian Mineral Society. We are organized to promote popular interest and education in the various earth sciences, in particular, mineralogy; to foster exchange of knowledge of lapidary techniques; and to promote good fellowship. Founded in 1931, we are one of the oldest mineral societies in the nation, with membership extending into many Read more...
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The Henderson County Gem and Mineral Society is a club based in Henderson County, North Carolina. We are avid Mineral collectors, Rock hounds, workers of the Lapidary Arts, Jewelry Makers, and Gemstone enthusiasts. Our Club meets the third Monday of each month (except December, when we hold our Christmas Party) at the “Public Works” building, 305 Williams Street, Hendersonville, NC, Read more...
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One of the unique experiences available to the visitor to Emerald Village is the opportunity to prospect and dig for emeralds in the dumps at the Crabtree Emerald Mine. This mine produced emeralds from 1895 (including for the Tiffany Company of New York) until the mine closed in the 1990s. The actual mine shaft went underground several hundred feet and Read more...
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Come explore the historic two hundred year old Little Pine Gem Mine located on our property. Our two, three, and four hour rides feature a visit to the mine, either on horseback or by wagon the way the pioneers did years ago. Upon arrival at Little Pine Gem Mine, on our three and four hour tours, you will have a Read more...
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The Emerald Hollow Mine is the only emerald mine in the world open to the public for prospecting. Nestled snugly in the foothills of the beautiful Brushy Mountains, this North Carolina Emerald mine is located in the small town of Hiddenite, North Carolina. This is recognized as one of the most unique and interesting geological locations on the North American Read more...
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: 2:00 pm - 6:30 pmMon2:00 pm - 6:30 pmTue2:00 pm - 6:30 pmWed2:00 pm - 6:30 pmThu2:00 pm - 6:30 pmFri2:00 pm - 6:30 pmSat2:00 pm - 6:30 pmSun2:00 pm - 6:30 pmWe sell our fine minerals, rocks, fossils, petrified wood, sculptures, crystal healing & therapy stones, display specimens, and art strictly through our website GeoRarities.com, due to the Covid coronavirus pandemic. Our studio has been closed to public since March 2020 to insure no contamination. We hope to reopen our studio to the public after vaccines are distributed in 2021. Read more...
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Haunted Ridge Rocks is one of the newest Druze Quartz attractions in Missouri. Currently, open weekends or by appointment for crystal digging. Frequently Asked Questions: 1: How much does it cost to dig? There is no admission fee and rocks will cost $30 per 5 gallon bucket if you provide the bucket. There will be a small fee if you Read more...