sapphires

Wasn't sure where to post this since it covers various topics. Do placer/lode claims also include gemstones? I am interested in prospecting for some sapphires in Montana. The location that I want to check out has both placer and lode claims on it, but that particular area is not a gold-rich...

My son and I bought my wife the "Mega Jug" from Gem Mountain in Montana as a cool Christmas present. She thought it was a pretty cool idea so today the three of us sat at the kitchen sink for the better part of 4 hours and went through the whole thing! Grand total was 21 grams or 105 carats of...

I have been doing extensive research into the gem mining industry. Only to any avail, have I found anyone, private or corporate, that is using my new and revolutionary gem mining idea. I have built a small version of my idea with what I could find at salvage yards and around my home. I ran test...