Tucson Gem and Mineral Show - Part 1
We explored the world-renowned Tucson Gem and Mineral show in February. The annual event held in Tucson, Arizona is the largest annual gathering anywhere of gem, jade, rock, fossil, jewelry, and bead buyers and sellers from around the world. If you can imagine touring a dozen or more countries by seeing, hearing and learning about their minerals, semi-precious and precious stones, and jewelry, well that’s the Tucson Gem show in a nugget.
Trending again this year - rough gemstones, always a popular item, there were a variety of rough gemstones like amethyst, citrine, aquamarine, apatite set in 925 Sterling Silver. Each of our handcrafted rough gemstone pendants and earrings are unique and set in 925 sterling silver. These always make a great gift for others or yourself! Rubies and hearts were seen in many of the vendor's booths. We also have handcrafted 925 sterling silver Ruby gemstone jewelry and heart jewelry.
Everywhere you look at the Tucson Gem and Mineral show there is beauty, whether it is a rock, mineral, gem or piece of jewelry. Larimar is a beautiful and unique gemstone found in the Dominican Republic, and it is stunning. There were many vendors showcasing Larimar this year. We also stopped and spoke with a gentlemen from Pakistan who had exquisite emeralds - they were breathtaking! Another vendor we stopped in and spoke with was a lady from Africa who was showcasing beautiful green malachite. The gemstone bracelets were so beautiful.
Tucson, Arizona holds the annual gem show during early February of each year, and they also have a smaller show held in September. It is always a memorable event being able to attend the gem show and see gems, rocks, fossils, and jewelry from all around the globe. There are shows specifically for jewelry or gem wholesalers only and there are also shows open to the public.
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