Pink, green and blue tourmaline, aquamarine beryl and deep red garnet, purple amethyst and sparkling lepidolite — they all lie buried in Maine granite. To find them, all you have to do is dig — and ...

Laurie Nichols of Port Angeles examines a display of gems and pendants at the Rock, Gem & Jewelry Show at Vern Burton Community Center in Port Angeles. The show, hosted by the Clallam County Gem & ...

CRYSTAL PARK, Mont. — Molten granite formed the Pioneer Mountain Range in southwest Montana about 72-million years ago. As the granite cooled, water carried quartz and other minerals through the rocks ...

It's unusual, but not impossible, to find gemstones in your yard. If you're ready to start gem hunting right outside of your front door, here's what to know.

Minerals, crystals, and fossils are beautiful, geologically fascinating, and can aid in spiritual practices, with specimens from all over the world found at area rock shops. Whether you're really into ...