The story beyond the story of the great tourmaline discovery
Article Abstract:
Mineralogist Dean A. McCrillis' account of his big tourmaline find started when he joined friends for an exploratory rights to mine the Dunton pit at Newry, Maine. Significant amounts of tourmaline crystals were found, which include iron tourmaline.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1997
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Hope springs eternal
Article Abstract:
Frank Perham maintains that the Harvard quarry yields stones perfect for gem cutting and costume jewelry use. He maintains that stonework is hard but rewarding since the products being turned out show wonderful craftsmanship worthy of being copied.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1998
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Can you dig it?
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Several mineral and fossil collecting expeditions that have been featured in the books published by Gem Guides Book Co are discussed. These include field trips in Gold Rush County, CA, Petaca, NM, Buckwheat Mine Dump, NJ, and New Paris, PA.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1999
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