How to Pan for Gold
Put yourself in the shoes of the tens of thousands of forty-niners who traveled west in search of gold during the wild 1849 California gold rush. Buy a gold pan from a mining supply store. In California's gold country, hardware stores often carry ... [... more]
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How to Select Rare Rocks
Rare rock collecting is definitely not for the novice, unless you simply want to buy rare rocks. If you plan to select rare rocks on your own, expect adventure and lots of travel. Rare rocks can include such things as precious gemstones, ancient ... [... more]
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How to Turn Rocks Into Art
Rocks can initially appear as drab, useless hunks of earth and perhaps the least artistic thing around. But with a dab of paint and a dash of imagination, rocks can be transformed into amazing art. It's fun to turn rocks into art, and useful, ... [... more]
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How to Create Coral Decor
Anyone sick of cheesy wind chimes or even cheesier beach souvenirs can create coral décor on their own. A succession of coral chunks wound with heavy twine add a classy and memory-filled adornment to any yard. With the right kind of collecting, ... [... more]
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How to Find Amethysts
Amethyst is a popular semi-precious gemstone that is often used for jewelery today. Hunting the amethyst stone, whether its done for fun or profit, makes for an exciting adventure with treasure at the end. Below are some tips to help you strike ... [... more]
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How to be a Rockhound
If you like to look at and collect rocks and minerals of various types, you may be a rockhound. When rockhounding, it is useful to carry several important tools to make the activity more fun, efficient, and safe. This article will briefly ... [... more]
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How to Display a Mineral Collection
Some mineral collections are ideal for display, while others are best stored. Pick your favorite pieces and create a mineral display. Store the remaining lot properly, and you'll have great looking minerals that you can rotate on display. Catalog ... [... more]
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How to Join a Rock Collecting Group
Rock collecting can be a good solo hobby, but it's more fun when you join other collectors! You can connect with other collectors via trade shows, auctions or online. Consider joining an existing group or even starting your own. The benefits are ... [... more]
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How to Start a Mineral Collection
Minerals are substances that occur in nature and are usually made of inorganic substances like quartz or feldspar. Rocks and minerals are thought to be interchangeable by many, due to the fact that many rocks are formed entirely of mineral ... [... more]
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How to Buy Rare Rocks
Rare rocks are a truly exciting find! Often these rocks are obtained in remote locations and require sensitive handling to ensure integrity of the minerals. If you want to buy a rare rock, do your research and then enlist the help of rock experts ... [... more]
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How to Identify Different Rocks
When dealing with rock collecting, there's often more to it than meets the eye. Different types of rocks reveal different stories in history. For example, rich fossils often lie in the layers of sedimentary rocks commonly found near bodies of ... [... more]
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