October 2007 Vol.37 Num.10
Table of Contents (pdf)
FEATURES
The Myth of Opal's Curse
A beautiful gem gets a bad rap
by Bob Jones
Opal Mining in Australia
Everything you need to get started
by Jordan Clary
Cornwall, England
An important ancient mineral locality
by Bob Jones
Rock & Gem Kids
Willemite, a book review, and a quiz
by Steve Decker
Keokuk Geode Jackpot!
Collectors visit the right place at the right time
by Mike Streeter
Hidden Images in Common Rocks
Recrystallization brings out natural beauty
by Dr. E. Leighman Gafford and Carol Jean Brown
Colorful "Common" Opal
An endless variety of color, clarity and quality
by James A. Miller
Field Trip:
Idaho Precious Opal
Collecting opportunities at the Spencer Mine
by Kenneth H. Rohn
Project:
Make an Opal Pendant
Add fire to sterling silver jewelry
by Diane Prokop
Project:
Easy Celtic Pattern Casting
A shortcut to intricate jewelry designs
by David Abbott
Table of Contents (pdf)
FEATURES
The Myth of Opal's Curse
A beautiful gem gets a bad rap
by Bob Jones
Opal Mining in Australia
Everything you need to get started
by Jordan Clary
Cornwall, England
An important ancient mineral locality
by Bob Jones
Rock & Gem Kids
Willemite, a book review, and a quiz
by Steve Decker
Keokuk Geode Jackpot!
Collectors visit the right place at the right time
by Mike Streeter
Hidden Images in Common Rocks
Recrystallization brings out natural beauty
by Dr. E. Leighman Gafford and Carol Jean Brown
Colorful "Common" Opal
An endless variety of color, clarity and quality
by James A. Miller
Field Trip:
Idaho Precious Opal
Collecting opportunities at the Spencer Mine
by Kenneth H. Rohn
Project:
Make an Opal Pendant
Add fire to sterling silver jewelry
by Diane Prokop
Project:
Easy Celtic Pattern Casting
A shortcut to intricate jewelry designs
by David Abbott
