Gold Prospectors guide to precious gems - Recognize gemstones out in the field

So there is no question that there are valuable gemstones that can be found along with gold in a number of places. These gems are not found everywhere when gold prospecting, but they are Found in a large number of places and definitely worth keeping an eye out for. Whether you're a seasoned prospector or just starting out, this guide will help you recognize the hidden treasures beneath the earth's surface. . Precious stones come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, making them a fascinating subject for any prospector. But how do you know what you have or even if you've struck it rich? The first step in identifying precious stones is to examine their physical characteristics. Look for clues like color, luster, hardness and its crystal shape if you can see one. Hardness testing is important because all of these gems from concentrates are hard. A gemstone's color can vary greatly, from vibrant reds to deep blues, so color may be a thing of beauty, but by itself is not really a strong indicator of what you have. Because each stone has its own characteristics, we will look at each of these gemstones individually.
My video on Diamonds can be found here:  Where to find diamonds, How to identi...
My video on Sapphires can be found here:  Rough and raw Ruby and Sapphire cryst...
My video on Garnets can be found here:  Discover Garnet: The Jewelry Industry...
My video on quartz gems can be found here:  Quartz, the mineral of a Thousand Use...
For those who want to learn more about Prospecting and  finding gold check out my book, Fists full of Gold. It’s an encyclopedia of everything on the topic of prospecting.  It’s available on from High Plains Prospectors.  (Affiliate) You can find it at:
https://highplainsprospectors.com/pro...
For even more information on prospecting, minerals, gems and other related information you can also check out my website at:
http://nevada-outback-gems.com/prospe...

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