Kentucky’s rich mineral heritage goes beyond coal and limestone. While the state isn’t typically known for gemstones, dedicated rockhounds have been finding interesting specimens here for generations. Tourmaline, with its rainbow of colors, has caught many collectors’ eyes. But finding good spots to dig can be frustrating. We’ve done the hard work for you. After … Read more
Oklahoma’s red dirt isn’t just about oil and natural gas. The state sits on some fascinating geological formations that date back millions of years, hiding countless mineral treasures beneath its surface. Tourmaline, with its rainbow of colors, has drawn both new and experienced rockhounds to Oklahoma’s mineral-rich areas. But finding these beautiful crystals isn’t as … Read more
Kentucky’s rich mineral heritage goes beyond coal and limestone. While the state isn’t typically known for gemstones, dedicated rockhounds have been finding interesting specimens here for generations. Tourmaline, with its rainbow of colors, has caught many collectors’ eyes. But finding good spots to dig can be frustrating. We’ve done the hard work for you. After … Read more
Oklahoma’s red dirt isn’t just about oil and natural gas. The state sits on some fascinating geological formations that date back millions of years, hiding countless mineral treasures beneath its surface. Tourmaline, with its rainbow of colors, has drawn both new and experienced rockhounds to Oklahoma’s mineral-rich areas. But finding these beautiful crystals isn’t as … Read more
Arkansas is home to the only public diamond mine in the world, but that’s not the only treasure hidden in its soil. Our State has been surprising rockhounds with its variety of gems for over a century. While tourmaline isn’t as famous as Arkansas diamonds, these colorful crystals have been found scattered across several counties. … Read more
With over 7,300 recorded caves, Missouri state sits on some seriously interesting geology. While tourmaline isn’t as common here as it is in places like California or Maine, dedicated rockhounds still find nice specimens in several spots across the state. The trick is knowing exactly where to look. We’ve spent months talking to local collectors … Read more
Indiana’s limestone deposits have made the state famous in the construction world, with many iconic buildings across America featuring Hoosier stone. But there’s more to Indiana’s mineral story than just limestone. If you’re hunting for tourmaline in Indiana, you might be feeling a bit lost. It’s not as simple as walking into any quarry or … Read more
Arkansas is home to the only public diamond mine in the world, but that’s not the only treasure hidden in its soil. Our State has been surprising rockhounds with its variety of gems for over a century. While tourmaline isn’t as famous as Arkansas diamonds, these colorful crystals have been found scattered across several counties. … Read more
With over 7,300 recorded caves, Missouri state sits on some seriously interesting geology. While tourmaline isn’t as common here as it is in places like California or Maine, dedicated rockhounds still find nice specimens in several spots across the state. The trick is knowing exactly where to look. We’ve spent months talking to local collectors … Read more
Indiana’s limestone deposits have made the state famous in the construction world, with many iconic buildings across America featuring Hoosier stone. But there’s more to Indiana’s mineral story than just limestone. If you’re hunting for tourmaline in Indiana, you might be feeling a bit lost. It’s not as simple as walking into any quarry or … Read more