Pala Chief Opens Soon!

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It’s that time of year again….Yes, the first Pala Chief dig of the season!  This freestyle dig opens Sunday, October 4th and continues every other Sunday until summer 2016.   Diggers are always finding tourmalines, aquamarines, morganite, and multiple varieties … Continued

September 19, 2015 Pocket

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The OceanView Miners opened part of a pocket last Saturday, September 19, 2015! Located just under the famous Kahuna II many treasures were found.   The beautiful Spodumenes and Tourmalines featured here may be just the tip of the iceberg. … Continued

For Sale – Pala Chief Pendant

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Have you seen these “made in the USA” sterling silver Chief Mountain pendants ? They are uniquely set with a beautiful pink Tourmaline stone.   The vertical pendant measures 1 ¼” x  ⅝”.  Available now for just $59.00. The horizontal … Continued

Those Astonishing Agate!

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One of the first mentions of Agates existence was in 300 B.C.The “Agate” name comes from the Achates River in Sicily, where they were first discovered. Historically agate was used as healing charms or ornamentation all the way back to … Continued

Gem T-Shirts To Buy: Aquamarine

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We are proud to show off our new collection of T-shirts for all you gemheads out there! Be the envy of your prospecting group in our gem inspired gear. This Aquamarine inspired tshirt features this great photo taken by Mark … Continued

All About Amethyst

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Amethyst can be found in almost every shape, size and cut. It’s quite plentiful so collectors can easily get stones with no visible inclusions. The variability of color distribution in amethyst crystals is spectacular. Amethyst is often cut as an … Continued

62 Gram Paprok Crystal

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This 62 Gram Paprok Crystal is from the famous Paprocki mines Afghanistan. Paprok has produced some of the most iconic Tourmaline specimens in the world. Featuring some of the most vivid colors, the crystal has supreme luster and clarity. This … Continued

The Welo Opal

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Opal is arguably the most beautiful of all gemstones. First discovered in the early 1990’s in Mezezo, Shewa province in Ethiopia. Opals color spectrum has brilliance rivals the diamond. Rhyolite, marl, limonite, sandstone and basalt is where Opals can be … Continued

9/11 – Never Forget

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It still seems like yesterday. The images still horrify us. The Dig For Gems team wants to recognize this tragic day in history and honor those who died, sacrificed themselves and the families they left behind on September 11, 2001. … Continued