Have the rocks and minerals in your collection lost some of their initial vibrancy and luster? It’s common for the vibrant colors of freshly cleaned …

If you’re uncertain about the worth of a piece of amber jewelry or a raw amber stone, or if you’re trying to determine the value …

Alabama is a state often dismissed by rockhounders as a place of little mineralogical interest.  However, there are still plenty of rockhounding sites to be …

Curiosity often arises among beginners and seasoned professionals alike in rock tumbling: Which rocks can tumble together? It’s a question that draws curiosity and encourages research into …

Have you ever marveled at those beautifully colored rocks in souvenir shops and wondered how they achieved such vibrant hues? Surprisingly, they’re often dyed using …

A Mohs hardness test is one of the most useful tricks in all rockhounds’ playbooks, but it’s sometimes hard to know which kit will help …