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A retired dairy farm that has opened it’s fields to rock hunter enthusiast. We have a variety of quartz, amethyst raging from smokey, to light, and dark purple. Read more...

Lucky Lake Gem and Mineral Mine of Virginia was discovered by sheer luck.  While creating a lake on the property to honor their mother and father small rocks and colored stones were found.  After years of research a major pegmatite was discovered running through the property. Perfect for all ages…  bring your family, friends, or group and we’ll help you’ll Read more...

Meetings Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of each month, except July and August, via ZOOM. Check the latest newsletter for up-to-date meeting dates. Visitors are Always Welcome at our Club Meetings. Read more...

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The Official Gold Mining Interpretive Center for the Commonwealth of Virginia   The Gold Mining Camp Museum at Monroe Park, the official gold mining  interpretive center for the Commonwealth of Virginia, is the only museum in Virginia solely dedicated to the history of gold and gold mining. Monroe Park is located off Route 17 in Goldvein, Virginia. Although not the Read more...

The Morefield Gem Mine is a unique experience for children and adults alike. The mine is a great introduction to minerals and mineral collecting at a real mine. The Morefield Gem Mine is one of the few operating mines in the United States where collecting is allowed on a regular basis. The mine is a great introduction for anyone, any Read more...

Ruck’s Pit, in Fort Drum, is the site of a former mining operation for the fossilized shell rock commonly used in our state’s roadbeds. But long ago, its owners discovered something special: fossilized clams the size of your hand, filled with honey-colored calcite crystals. A treasure unique to our state.   $60 per person Read more...

Founded in 1961 and dedicated to sharing knowledge and the enjoyment of rocks, minerals, gemstones, lapidary arts, beading and all things related. Since CFMGS was founded the club has seen various location changes but the love for rocks, minerals and handcrafted jewelry has grown as well as membership. We are located at 6100 S. Orange Avenue in Orlando, Florida. Our Read more...

We are a worldwide retailer and wholesaler with a treasure trove of fantastic items to name a few, we have, gem stones and crystal beads, jade carvings, shells, gift items, coral, amber, African masks & more. Come check out our wide array of variable items and assorted beads and unique jewelry at our showroom located in New Port Richey. Also, Read more...