Many people believe in the power of healing crystals to treat the energy systems of the body. By positioning crystals on and around the body, practitioners of crystal healing believe stones can help to draw out negative energy and promote healing. To use healing crystals,...
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Mineral collecting is an educational and interesting hobby – and/or passion – for many people around the world. When you attend your first few gem and mineral shows, it’s hard not to get swept up into the thrill of searching for just the perfect specimens...
In September and October of this year, InStore Magazine surveyed more than 800 American jewelers, who were asked to list their top ten best-selling non-Sapphire colored gemstones. It’s not surprising that Ruby topped the list, with more than 25% of the votes, and Emerald placed...
I just bought my flight tickets for 2020 Tucson Gem and Mineral Shows, and thought I would blog some tips about going there for newbies. I’ve been going to the Tucson Collective of Shows for many years, and I first wrote general information about attending...
Stromatolites are the oldest of fossils, but scientists disagree on how to define them. According to The Virtual Fossil Museum, a commonly accepted definition of Stromatolite is “laminated rock formed by the growth of blue-green algae,” but then goes on to state that this definition...
If you make jewelry or do lapidary work and are in Tucson for the annual fall or winter Gem and Jewelry Shows, take my word for it: Go To Kent’s Tools. Technically, it’s Kent’s Tools Jewelry & Lapidary Tools & Supply, not to be confused...
You might not be aware of one of the Summer’s best-kept secrets. Every year there is a second chance to encounter the Tucson, Arizona Gem and Mineral Show experience – albeit on a smaller and more intimate scale. The Tucson Fall Gem Showcase features about...