Rock and Gem

Rock & Gem is the leading publication for rockhounds, lapidary and mineral enthusiasts. Serving the community since 1971, Rock & Gem’s print issues include identification guides, Rock & Gem Kids, must-see travel destinations, step-by-step projects, fascinating features, and expert lapidary and faceting insights. Our active readership reaches day-to-day collectors plus an organized rockhound community and network of clubs, including the American Federation of Mineralogical Societies.

Editor’s Letter

Rock and Gem

Earth Science News

Arizona Gems • Top 10 Favorites & Rarities

Cutting History: Scott Sucher’s Famous Diamond Replicas

The Lone Juniper Mines of Central Idaho

2027 Mineral Trends: Artful Considerations

CHRISTMAS TREE RHYOLITE

THE JASPER CLIFFS • Colorful Jasper in Allentown, Pennsylvania

ORIGAMI STAR

ROCK & GEM FIELD GUIDE: Morganite

Including Inclusions • Features that Add to the Beauty of a Gemstone

From the Studio: Making Holiday Gifts

ODD ROCK FORMATIONS & THE STORIES THEY TELL

Pa‘akai The Geology and Tradition of Hawaiian Salt

The Geology Lewis and Clark Couldn’t Explain

Before There Were Dinosaurs • Imagine a world without them!

GEORGE FREDERICK KUNZ • Get to Know America’s First Gemologist

THE METALS OF THE ODYSSEY

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Parting Shot • ROCKS, MINERALS AND JEWELRY