September 2003 Vol.33 Num.9
Table of Contents (pdf)
Features
The Gems of September
Four fabulous birthstone choices: chrysoprase, tourmaline, tsavorite, and sapphire
by Bob Jones
Colorado's Little-Known Bonanza
It's the theme of the 2003 Denver Show
by Steve Voynick
Beautiful Bidri
Inlay artistry that's fit for a king
by Brinda Gill
Panning Sites along U.S. Highway 285
Rio Arriba (NM), Saguache and Chaffee (CO) counties
by David and Clois Walker
Visiting the Jewett Mine
This Texas mine yields coal, fossils, and petrified wood
by Nova Wells
Castle of Mineral Memories
A monument to times gone by
by Steve Voynick
Gemology: Learning the Craft
Part 8: Grade diamonds for clarity
by Douglas S. LeGrand, G.G.
The Frugal Collector: Gypsum Exhibits Huge Growth
It holds the record for the largest crystal
by Bob Jones
Artist Profile: Robert Sahli
He tackles the challenges of hard rock carving
by Robin Connor
Field Trips
Natchitoches Fossils
History and prehistory in Louisiana
by William L. Rader
Exploring Oregon's Fabulous Beaches
A scenic field trip on U.S. Highway 101
by Kenneth H. Rohn
Projects
Make a Petrified Coral Pendant
Old stones gain new popularity
by Diane Prokop
Table of Contents (pdf)
Features
The Gems of September
Four fabulous birthstone choices: chrysoprase, tourmaline, tsavorite, and sapphire
by Bob Jones
Colorado's Little-Known Bonanza
It's the theme of the 2003 Denver Show
by Steve Voynick
Beautiful Bidri
Inlay artistry that's fit for a king
by Brinda Gill
Panning Sites along U.S. Highway 285
Rio Arriba (NM), Saguache and Chaffee (CO) counties
by David and Clois Walker
Visiting the Jewett Mine
This Texas mine yields coal, fossils, and petrified wood
by Nova Wells
Castle of Mineral Memories
A monument to times gone by
by Steve Voynick
Gemology: Learning the Craft
Part 8: Grade diamonds for clarity
by Douglas S. LeGrand, G.G.
The Frugal Collector: Gypsum Exhibits Huge Growth
It holds the record for the largest crystal
by Bob Jones
Artist Profile: Robert Sahli
He tackles the challenges of hard rock carving
by Robin Connor
Field Trips
Natchitoches Fossils
History and prehistory in Louisiana
by William L. Rader
Exploring Oregon's Fabulous Beaches
A scenic field trip on U.S. Highway 101
by Kenneth H. Rohn
Projects
Make a Petrified Coral Pendant
Old stones gain new popularity
by Diane Prokop
