Tourmaline today: Maine event

Article Abstract:

Tourmaline is fast becoming a collector's gem, especially its green-colored cuts. However, the Maine deposit has to be augmented by another site for more tourmaline supply. Green-colored tourmaline are currently outselling pink-colored ones.

Author: Stepanski, Scott
Economic aspects, Maine, Tourmaline

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA


Paradise on the rocks

Article Abstract:

Kailua, on Oahu island, is a popular site for jewelers due to the number of zeolite collecting sites in the area. These stones were formed through volcanic activity millions of years ago.

Author: Stepanski, Scott
Collections and collecting, Hawaii, Zeolites, Mineral deposits, Mines and mineral resources, Mining

User Contributions:

Comment about this article or add new information about this topic:

CAPTCHA



Subjects list: Natural resources
This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.