BRAINERD — The Cuyuna Rock, Gem & Mineral Society will host the annual Agate and Mineral Show May 11-12. The show is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 11 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 12 at the Crow ...

Gem hunting, or rock hounding, is a fascinating hobby that allows people to find rare rocks and stones from amethyst and agate to sapphires and even diamonds.

Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is the only state park in the U.S. where you can dig for diamonds and keep them. You'll also be able to find gems like quartz, agate, garnet, and jasper ...

Gemstones have long been associated with healing and well-being and aligning them with your zodiac sign can enhance the benefits. Each zodiac sign is ruled by distinct energies, and certain gemstones ...

Sisters Jessica Sander and Jen Majkrzak look for agates in a Carlton County gravel pit. Their dad was an avid agate collector whose home is filled with vases, and even a lamp, of agates. He took ...

WHITTIER — Clarence Pool has been an avid rock hunter for more than half a century — and it shows. Nearly every inch of his 1 1/2-acre Pico Rivera property is covered with buckets of agates, huge ...

A number of states have official gemstones in order to promote geological identity and natural resources, encourage tourism, as well as acknowledging history and unique geological features. State ...