Red Falcon jasper from the Dead Camel Mountain range of Northern Nevada is one of Philip Stephenson’s many stones. Shortly after Philip discovered Dead...
By Antoinette Rahn
Do you recall the person(s) who introduced you to geology, rockhounding, or lapidary work, or perhaps was the first to fully encourage...
Editor's Note: The regular Tumbling Talk is sponsored by Kingsley North, www.kingsleynorth.com.
By Bob Rush
I have a 40-pound rotary tumbler and two 12-pound rotary units...
By Antoinette Rahn
Evolution of a Thunderegg Hunting Family
When Lori Coleman, owner of Spanish Stirrup Rock Shop, counts her blessings, rockhounding and its impact on...
By Antoinette Rahn
Lori Coleman
Spanish Stirrup Rock Shop
www.ssrockshop.com
(Lori Coleman is a rockhound and lapidary artist featured in the Tools of the Trade profile sponsored by...
By Bob Rush
Two basic lapidary machines can be used to sand and polish thunderegg halves quickly. Both involve sanding the pieces dry.
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By Antoinette Rahn
Without a doubt, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is a dream destination for many rockhounds, among other visitors. In addition to stunning geological formations,...
By Russ Kaniuth
Labradorite was first discovered on Paul’s Island (Paul Island, Isle of Paul) in Labrador, Canada, which is its namesake. Although discovered in...