Are there any loose gemstone collectors out there?

I have started collecting loose gemstones, semi-precious and precious ones. I have been trying to find the natural loose gemstones, not the lab created ones and prefer that they not be heat treated or oiled filled etc.

Would love some input from any serious collector out there.

There are trade shows that come to town once a year to display their wares.

. . . You might want to visit and maybe pick up a bargain.

I have started collecting loose gemstones, semi-precious and precious ones. I have been trying to find the natural loose gemstones,

. Originally Posted by Sensia

Don't look for any on JD or COG.

Yes, ours are tight and in place. If you want loose stones, look to WDF. He's missing a few.

Your tiny lil nuggets don't count as gemstones.

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