Post subject: Steps to take when you find rough gems
Posted: Tue May 17, 2016 4:43 pm
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Hi guys,
I would like to know the steps on what to do when you find a rough gem? Who to go to(what type of people to contact) and the steps to get it from step 1 to getting it sold? Also, could I send the rough gem as a necklace and give it to someone over seas as a gift?
Post subject: Re: Steps to take when you find rough gems
Posted: Tue May 24, 2016 6:16 pm
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Joined: Mon May 26, 2014 9:42 pm Posts: 1033
1) First step is identification. 2) Next step is trying to figure out an approximate worth. 3) After that, if it is worth anything, the next step is to *go back where you found it and find some more*.
4) Next you have to decide what you want to do with it. There are LOTS of possibilities. If it is amethyst, it isn't likely worth much, but you can still get it cut and make some nice jewelry. It means more when you found it yourself.
If it is a high quality tourmaline or ruby or sapphire, go back where you found it and find every bit you can.
If it was at a "pay for dirt you look for place", then ignore step 3. Step 2 can likely be ignored, too.
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