VAGABOND MINING
SEARCHING THE EARTH FOR THE ULTIMATE NATURAL EXPERIENCE
TOURMALINE
Below: Several tourmalines from a pocket found in the spring of 2007
I have spent several winters in Southern California mining for tourmaline and quartz.
Tourmaline is one of the most complex crystals in the mineral kingdom. It is so amazing that it puts off its own small amount of electricity when heated or put under pressure. It has more natural colors than any other gemstone. It is a favorite of many collectors and gem buyers
Tourmaline is one of the most complex crystals in the mineral kingdom. It is so amazing that it puts off its own small amount of electricity when heated or put under pressure. It has more natural colors than any other gemstone. It is a favorite of many collectors and gem buyers
Below: Large multicolor tourmaline crystals ranging from 2 in. to 6 in. long
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