Nov 28, 2025 · A forum for rock hounds and gem hunters. Talk about locations, techniques, finds, and more.

Nov 19, 2013 · Has anyone done any rock/Gem hunting, in Nevada, over the last couple of years, especially, in Southern Nevada? If so, what were you looking for? Any luck?

Apr 9, 2012 · I know this will be next to impossible to truly ID just from my lousy pics and info. But, heck, what's life without a challenge. :) First a little background. I eyeballed this from about 50 feet away, (it …

Mar 3, 2016 · Nice looking vug. I sometimes use a wooden stick (paint stirrer) and push crystals to see if I can find any that are loose and will just pop out without damaging them. Once you get one, the …

Oct 1, 2014 · I have a rock that is green and black. The black part has an oily feel and sheen that make it look purplish. Any ideas what it is?

Aug 23, 2009 · Hi all, I am posting this here plus in the What is it area. I found something that has me stumped. I found a rock that absolutely makes my metal detector scream. I can turn the disc all the …

Apr 24, 2011 · Does anyone here have any experience w/this? What kind of tools do you need? What about stones held in with adhesives as well as clasps? How do you avoid scratching the gems? I am …

Feb 21, 2008 · I have had this piece of fire agate for many years, & am wondering if tumbling would damage it?

Jul 8, 2017 · It seems unnatural for a rock to be in the shape of triangle. Or is it online and I just do not know about it?

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