Though it might not seem obvious at first, gems and minerals play a crucial role in our everyday lives. They can be found in our roads and buildings, in the sunscreen we use to protect ourselves from ...

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Dozens of gem and mineral shows kick off this weekend. Collectors from all over the world are in Tucson, ready to sell some semi-precious stones. “It's who I am, without rocks, ...

WEST SPRINGFIELD — Collectors, sellers, and buyers alike will travel from all over the country to attend this weekend’s East Coast Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show, while for some who live in the region it ...

More than 4,000 naturally occurring minerals—inorganic solids that have a characteristic chemical composition and specific crystal structure—have been found on Earth. They are formed of simple ...

WYOMING, Mich. — Gems and minerals are sought for their vibrant colors, rarity and, of course, their sparkle. But for Craig Thomas, chair of the Indian Mounds Rock and Mineral Club, gems are a lot ...

Freeport turns into a sparkling site of crystals and beads as the Gem & Mineral Show comes to the Freeport Recreation Center April 15-16. The show features fossils, jewelry created with gemstones and ...

If you've been looking for gems, stones, and minerals then head over to the Oklahoma Mineral and gem show at the Oklahoma ...

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Gems and minerals glistened in the sunshine on Sunday. The crowds came out to the Kino Sports Complex to attend one of over 40 showcases happening in Tucson this Winter. "It's ...

The 68th annual Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show kicked off Friday with about 1,000 attendees gathered to see gems, geodes, fossils, meteorites, crystals, handcrafted jewelry and art showcased by 60 ...

(TELLER COUNTY, Colo) — On the third weekend of June, it’s not hard to find hidden gems in the City of Mines. “The town of Victor is just so historic,” said Shelly Birch, the Owner of Stone Jewelry.

Science enthusiasts, mineral lovers and those interested in astronomy alike can find multiple events in Tucson that shine a spotlight on the scientific world. These events include an asteroid sample ...