Breath of fresh air

Article Abstract:

Glassblower Sam Stang discovered his passion for the art of glass when a friend invited him to join a glassblowing class. He then learned the art further in 1983 at the Penland School of Crafts in North Carolina. After a year, he started his first studio, Ibex Glass, in St. Louis, MO with colleagues.

Glass blowing, Stang, Sam

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Ace of quartz

Article Abstract:

Herkimer "diamonds" are actually quartz crystals that are found in Middleville, Herkimer County, NY, particularly at the Ace of Diamonds mine, located just south of the town. The microbe theory is probably the best concept of how the crystals are formed.

Appreciation, Mineral deposits, Mines and mineral resources, Mining

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Hexagon heaven

Article Abstract:

The Wegner quartz crystal mines in Arkansas, owned by Richard Wegner, has been in operation since 1981. Quartz crystals were first discovered by Wagner in his vegetable garden.

Discovery and exploration, Miners, Wegner, Richard

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