The Sterling treasure

Article Abstract:

Mine collectors Richard and Robert Hauck converted the Sterling Hill zinc mine in 1989 into a spectacular living museum that displays one of the best collections of mining memorabilia in America. The museum, located in Ogdesburg, NJ, has become a popular destination for mineral lovers from all over the world.

Author: Frazier, Si, Frazier, Ann
Publisher: Lapidary Journal Inc.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1997
Mining industry, Museums, Art museums, Rock collectors, Ogdensburg, New Jersey

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Wet and wonderful

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The 1998 Tucson, AZ, gem-plus shows featured more than 23 mineral and lapidary materials on sale. Among the gemstones featured were an extraordinary piece of Oregon opal with rainbow colors and a beautiful container and base set carved by Harold and Erica Van Pelt.

Author: Frazier, Si, Frazier, Ann
Publisher: Lapidary Journal Inc.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1998
Exhibitions, Collections and collecting, Jewelry, Tucson, Arizona

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