Travelers have the opportunity to search for their own diamonds and gemstones in some U.S .states. See a list of mining sites ...

Mexico is the largest source of fire opals, although they’re also found in Australia, Brazil, Honduras and the U.S. The Fire of Australia is known as the finest uncut ... Sale prices also have ...

The annual membership sale for the Idaho Falls Gem and Mineral Society (IFG&MS) will be held next Saturday, October 5, at the ...

over the sale of rough, uncut diamonds to fund the brutal civil wars of Angola and Sierra Leone—­inspiration for the 2006 film Blood Diamond. By 2003, 52 governments, as well as international ...

Many minerals form beautiful crystals, but the most prized of all are gemstones. Uncut gems often look fairly ordinary–like rocks. It's only when they are cut and polished that they obtain the ...

At the time, Lees was leasing the mine in Alma – about 90 miles southwest of Denver – from its three joint owners. Sweet Home ...

The gem from which Jonker I was cut was discovered by diamond prospectors in South Africa in 1934. “The story goes: It was raining one day… and then because all the rain just washed away the sediment, ...

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"It is very rare to find someone who wears a ring just for its beauty," said Samimi, 52, in his workshop where he carves large uncut gemstones for rings, necklaces, prayer beads and other items.

The gemstone is known for its "play-of-color," or ability to shift hues. Rough opals appear white, but once polished, their surface shines a rainbow kaleidoscope. Opals can be found across the ...

What are the differences between cab types? A regular cab only has one row of seats and limited interior storage, while an extended cab has two rows of seats and also comes with small secondary ...

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