Nov 28, 2025 · A forum for rock hounds and gem hunters. Talk about locations, techniques, finds, and more.

Dec 17, 2010 · Gems can be found in many locations in North Carolina from the western mountains to near the Piedmont. However, probably the most are found from along the eastern slopes facing the …

Mar 3, 2016 · Nice looking vug. I sometimes use a wooden stick (paint stirrer) and push crystals to see if I can find any that are loose and will just pop out without damaging them. Once you get one, the …

Nov 19, 2013 · Has anyone done any rock/Gem hunting, in Nevada, over the last couple of years, especially, in Southern Nevada? If so, what were you looking for? Any luck?

Apr 9, 2012 · I know this will be next to impossible to truly ID just from my lousy pics and info. But, heck, what's life without a challenge. :) First a little background. I eyeballed this from about 50 feet away, (it …

Oct 1, 2014 · I have a rock that is green and black. The black part has an oily feel and sheen that make it look purplish. Any ideas what it is?

Aug 23, 2009 · Hi all, I am posting this here plus in the What is it area. I found something that has me stumped. I found a rock that absolutely makes my metal detector scream. I can turn the disc all the …

Dec 2, 2014 · The Nantahala River just North of there in Graham County has Gold as well as many other streams and rivers in these areas. There is also quite a bit of Gems that can be found in the …

Feb 29, 2008 · I just got a metal detector. Found two rocks, I guess, today. I was just curious if a type of rock can set off a metal detector or if it is something else..... The one rock thing is very heavy for its …

Jul 8, 2017 · It seems unnatural for a rock to be in the shape of triangle. Or is it online and I just do not know about it?