CATEGORIES
Removing a Bezel Set Stone
On numerous forums, I frequently see questions about how to remove a stone from a bezel setting.
Staying Connected and Inspired
In its July-August newsletter, Flatirons Facets, the Flatirons Mineral Club of Boulder County, Colorado, shared examples of how their club members are staying connected and enjoying their shared rockhounding and lapidary interests in today’s socially distant world.
SYNTHETIC DIAMONDS
Evolution of a Laboratory Produced and Highly Debated Gemstone
THE LYMAN MUSEUM
Taking in the Splendor and Intriguing History of One of the Top 10 Best Mineral Collections
Rock Walk Uncovers Agate With a Unique Face
I have been retired for several years and since I moved from Iowa to Minnesota, I have enjoyed searching the gravel roads and rocky farm fields for agates and interesting rocks.
Nisyros' Volcanic Caldera
The Greek island of Nisyros lies in the middle of the Aegean Sea.
GEOLOGY 101 - The “Sailing Stones” of Death Valley: How a Mystery was Resolved
It was a mystery long in resolving, namely, the “sailing stones” of California’s Death Valley National Park. Sometimes called “walking rocks,” these are boulders as heavy as 100 pounds with one as large as 700 pounds. So, what was the mystery?
GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY GOODNESS
The Lake Havasu Gem & Mineral Society (LHGMS) is one of those fortunate clubs across the country that recently passed the 50-year threshold of servicing its local rockhounding, lapidary, gem and jewelry-loving community. It takes a lot of dedication and commitment by a lot of members and energetic and visionary leadership over many years, to ensure the continuing success of a gem and mineral society.
Cutting Edge Supply Co.
CATCHING UP WITH A NEW ARRIVAL
Nine-Patch Dishcloth
SCRAPS DELIGHT
In the WORLD of crochet
Oh Baby, Oh Baby: Labors of Love Continue!
Textured Stripes Table Runner
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS 20 inches wide x 44 inches long
The Ins & Outs of Yarn Substitution: The Lisoonvarna Shawl
When editor Jackie Daugherty asked me about restitching the Lisdoonvarna Shawl in a new yarn, I jumped at this idea! This is one of my favorite shawls named after a very special little town near the west coast of Ireland, and it takes me back to a very special time there with my sweet husband.
Hudson Bay Baby
BEGINNER'S LUCK
Lisdoonvarna Shawl
A favorite project since its debut in the winter 2013 edition of Crochet! magazine, this shawl features gorgeous cabled patterns and a pretty lacy edging making this design one you’ll not only enjoy crocheting but wearing as well.
Half-Square Granny Scarf
FAST, EASY, FUN!
Reimagining Coin Collecting and Investing
AN EXCITING VIRTUAL WORLD FOR YOUR HOBBY AWAITS
Show News Updates; New Acquisitions; Continuing the Battle Against Fake Bullion
The 2020 World’s Fair of Money®, slated to take place Aug. 4-8 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is suspended, the American Numismatic Association (ANA) announced June 17.
GOLDEN ADVICE FOR BUYING GOLD COINS
All that glitters is gold as the metal nears $2,000
Paul Blaise Marino
FLOWER HILL COLLECTABLES
Gold Leads All Investments
THE FED CAN’T PRINT GOLD
GLOBAL TURMOIL AND COIN MARKET HISTORY
9/11/01 Terrorism Had No Adverse Impact on Coin Trading
Coin Trading THROUGH THE Centuries
SOCIAL DISTANCING IS NOTHING NEW TO COIN COLLECTING
BIG MONEY IN SILVER COINS AHEAD?
SILVER MAY BE ABOUT TO STEP OUT OF GOLD’S SHADOW
SPOTLIGHT ON JUNIORS - Trent Meyers and His Glowing Fascination
Figuratively speaking, some of us “glow” about our rockhounding interests, whether they involve gems, minerals, fossils, field trips, prospecting, or lapidary arts.
NORTHERN EUROPE'S Amber Rush
SOARING PRICES AMIDST A MINING BOOM
Sunspots and Activity Under Mauna Kea Volcano Keep Scientists Busy
Sunspots and Activity Under Mauna Kea Volcano Keep Scientists Busy
Persevering in Trying Times
With the entire country still in a form of shutting down, practicing social distancing, and observing various restrictions, there are no mineral shows, no in-person club meetings, no group mineral activities, and even club field trips.
The Puzzle of Mineral Names
DISCOVERING THE LOGIC BY UNDERSTANDING THE PROGRESSION
Visiting with DiWolf
Wolfgang and Diana Mueller, known by their company name DiWolf, is a dynamic couple, with lots of knowledge and years of experience in lapidary and jewelry artwork.