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by dshanpnw
Nov 5, 2024 18:27:48 GMT -5
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262 2,324 Introducing the new UPLOAD FILE button
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Oct 4, 2024 12:42:35 GMT -5

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No New Posts Rock Tumbling - 8 Viewing

Rock tumbling discussion topics including rotary or vibe methods, recipes, grits, cleanup, etc. Get help from world class rock tumbling experts

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6,278 78,822 Epidote
by Bob
Nov 6, 2024 15:17:16 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Tumbling Photos - 1 Viewing

Show off your latest batch of tumbles, or post photos of all things related to rock tumbling

4,297 59,935 Snakes and Stones
by lordsorril
Nov 6, 2024 16:53:06 GMT -5
No New Posts Creating Cabochons - 10 Viewing

All things related to creating cabochons, including photos of your latest masterpieces, works in progress, or requests for advice

Sub-board: Creating Cabochons Tutorials

12,470 168,553 Anyone cab Louisiana sand opal?
by stardiamond
Nov 6, 2024 17:30:32 GMT -5
No New Posts Wire Wrapping - 3 Viewing

Show off your latest creative use of wire, or get advice on all things related to wire wrapping

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5,208 67,397 From FaceBook-
by 1dave
Nov 6, 2024 8:53:22 GMT -5
No New Posts Metal Smithing - 1 Viewing

Discussions and photos related to the art of metal smithing with silver, gold, or any other metals

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1,122 15,655 Not a precious metal but still smithing.
by Starguy
Nov 4, 2024 14:18:18 GMT -5
No New Posts Special Creations (intarsia, glass, metal, etc.) - 2 Viewing

Show off your special projects, or finished pieces you created using alternative methods or materials, as you expand your creativity beyond simple lapidary

1,706 25,762 Working on my first guitar pick!
by chaosdsm
Oct 5, 2024 14:35:07 GMT -5
No New Posts Flat Lap Polishing Methods (displays, cabs, faceting, etc.) - 2 Viewing

Share your flat lapidary techniques and outcomes! Discuss machines, grit sequences, polishing compounds, and showcase your polished flat polished rocks and gems.

148 1,955 Iss this a flat lap?
by whalecottagedesigns
Nov 1, 2024 21:50:12 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Carving

Discussions and photos related to the carving of rocks including tools, methods, materials, and outcomes

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375 5,194 Chess pieces
by stardiamond
Oct 14, 2024 18:55:24 GMT -5
No New Posts Sphere Making - 1 Viewing

Discussion and photos of all things related to the art of sphere making, including techniques, equipment, and showing off your finished specimens

190 3,137 This rock cost me over $100.
by rockinronda
Nov 4, 2024 22:12:25 GMT -5

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The sub-groups herein are provided as a depository for rock sciences related posts that are specifically written in article format. Please do not post questions in these areas. Posts here are created as topic specific articles, or they are judged by staff to be exceptional and informative on a rock sciences subject, and are moved here by staff

Sub-boards: Rock and Mineral Identification, Geology 101, Archaeology and Artifacts, Paleontology and Fossils, Astronomy, Impacts, Physics

926 6,318 Super Continents
by 1dave
Oct 22, 2024 18:20:04 GMT -5
No New Posts General Rocks Board - 15 Viewing

All things rock related that don't really seem to fit into a specific category.

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14,162 155,558 Stabilizing...what about the mineral oil?
by roy
Nov 5, 2024 14:49:50 GMT -5
No New Posts Cutting Rocks - Slabs and Saws - 3 Viewing

We want to see your rock slabs, fresh off the saw. Saws, blades, maintenance, refurbishing, or just cutting rocks in general

6,643 69,079 Coyamito pseudomorph
by ThomasT
Nov 2, 2024 22:39:03 GMT -5
No New Posts Lapidary Equipment - 9 Viewing

Equipment related discussions including repairs, maintenance, refurbishing vintage equipment, or show us your home made equipment projects

DIY LAPIDARY PROJECTS PAGE

2,434 28,879 Homemade Tumbler for Large Agates
by hypodactylus
Nov 6, 2024 12:49:43 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Specimens and Themed Threads - 3 Viewing

Show us your rock specimens that are destined for a display case, or take part in our shared theme threads such as the very popular Thunderegg Thursdays, and Coprolite. Start one of your own and lets see if it grows.

3,707 47,830 Seam agate (pic heavy) One pic added.
by vegasjames
Nov 6, 2024 16:35:05 GMT -5
No New Posts Fossils and Artifacts - 1 Viewing

Discussions and photos of all things related to fossils and ancient human artifacts

1,257 13,800 Baculite
by 1dave
Oct 10, 2024 7:18:30 GMT -5
No New Posts The Meteorites Board

The meteorite board is a gathering space where meteorite enthusiasts, collectors, researchers, and artists engage in discussions, share knowledge, and showcase their passion for these extraterrestrial relics. Through a dynamic array of threads, members exchange insights on meteorite identification, classification, scientific research, creative applications, and collecting experiences.

39 384 Here is what i found
by rockbrain
Oct 7, 2024 9:02:39 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Identification Help - 3 Viewing

Post photos and ask questions to get help identifying your unknown rocks and specimens

3,767 33,759 Aragonite on blue/purple Chalcedony
by Sabre52
Nov 6, 2024 17:31:08 GMT -5

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A place for posting all of those pictures that don't quite fit into any of the other categories - vacations, puppies, etc.

10,001 137,722 You're a Fungi
by dshanpnw
Oct 18, 2024 9:34:19 GMT -5
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838 31,571 *~ NOW OPEN ~* Cab Contest, Nov 2024, Theme: TG Dinner
by realrockhound
Nov 6, 2024 16:20:57 GMT -5
No New Posts Rockhounding Reports, Locations, Trips and Shows - 9 Viewing

Organize a rockhounding trip, request location information, advertise a show, or post your trip report with lots of pictures for us to enjoy

3,134 37,410 Central Nevada day 3-Apache tea and barite balls (pic heavy)
by vegasjames
Nov 1, 2024 19:39:24 GMT -5
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Leave a helpful review for a vendor or request information or recommendations on which vendor to choose

1,427 12,066 Vendors for garnet rough
by gemfeller
Nov 3, 2024 21:26:35 GMT -5
No New Posts RTH Marketplace, Buy Sell Trade - 1 Viewing

Members with at least 100 community quality posts can post new threads here to sell or trade rock related items. All members are eligible to respond and purchase. Buyer and seller beware - RTH is not responsible for the success or security of any transactions that occur here.

3,903 33,930 Anyone interested in Alaskan stuff, mixed with some others?
by ThomasT
Nov 6, 2024 17:32:31 GMT -5
No New Posts Life in General, Off-topic Chit-Chat Area - 4 Viewing

Lighthearted discussions about topics related to life in general and all other non-polarizing subjects.

12,817 186,180 Thunder69- Happy Birthday!
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Nov 6, 2024 16:36:41 GMT -5

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