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3,507 42,191 Hi five from Michigan :)
by titaniumkid
Apr 26, 2024 17:46:21 GMT -5
No New Posts Forum Software Technical Help - 3 Viewing

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258 2,270 I haven't been getting notifications anyone else?
by rockjunquie
Apr 18, 2024 15:52:54 GMT -5

Lapidary Discussion Topics

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No New Posts Rock Tumbling - 25 Viewing

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

Sub-board: Rock Tumbling Tutorials

6,142 77,453 When to use Aluminum oxide, Tin oxide or Cerium Oxide?
by vegasjames
Apr 26, 2024 14:59:11 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Tumbling Photos - 13 Viewing

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

4,224 58,684 Oregon Petrified Wood
by roQhound
Apr 26, 2024 14:15:05 GMT -5
No New Posts Creating Cabochons - 21 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

12,268 165,757 Any tips on tiger eye ?
by RWA3006
Apr 26, 2024 17:42:39 GMT -5
No New Posts Wire Wrapping - 6 Viewing

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

Sub-board: Wire Wrapping Tutorials

5,174 66,761 A big wrap and a bi-wrap
by quartzilla
Apr 23, 2024 22:19:03 GMT -5
No New Posts Metal Smithing - 5 Viewing

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

Sub-board: Metal Smithing Tutorials

1,103 15,363 Not a precious metal but still smithing.
by jasoninsd
Apr 16, 2024 19:13:19 GMT -5
No New Posts Special Creations (intarsia, glass, metal, etc.) - 1 Viewing

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

1,698 25,657 Creating Victoria Stone.
by rockjunquie
Apr 25, 2024 12:43:24 GMT -5
No New Posts Flat Lap Polishing Methods (displays, cabs, faceting, etc.) - 3 Viewing

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

139 1,859 How about hand lapping???
by Rockoonz
Apr 16, 2024 9:12:43 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Carving

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

Sub-board: Rock Carving Tutorials

371 5,143 Just got my first saw, help!
by 1dave
Mar 16, 2024 6:07:26 GMT -5
No New Posts Sphere Making - 3 Viewing

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

183 3,030 WOW! Check out how they make spheres
by pebblesky
Apr 14, 2024 13:34:43 GMT -5

Additional Rock Related Topics

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No New Posts Rock Sciences, Articles and Information - 6 Viewing

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

870 6,152 How Geologists Discovered the great western seaway
by wargrafix
Apr 25, 2024 21:01:59 GMT -5
No New Posts General Rocks Board - 19 Viewing

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

Sub-board: Other Articles and Tutorials

14,027 153,734 What is a wash split?
by rockbrain
Apr 26, 2024 17:43:33 GMT -5
No New Posts Cutting Rocks - Slabs and Saws - 12 Viewing

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

6,549 67,922 Preferred thickness of slabs for single- and double-side Cab
by khara
Apr 26, 2024 17:26:35 GMT -5
No New Posts Lapidary Equipment - 11 Viewing

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

DIY LAPIDARY PROJECTS PAGE

2,376 28,362 Advice on diamond star wheels and saw blade and oiling the b
by rockbrain
Apr 24, 2024 9:14:26 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Specimens and Themed Threads - 10 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.

3,666 46,899 FLORESCENT ROCKS
by chaosdsm
Apr 26, 2024 13:57:38 GMT -5
No New Posts Fossils and Artifacts - 2 Viewing

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

1,246 13,626 Petoskey Stone Birdbath
by chris1956
Apr 23, 2024 9:55:12 GMT -5
No New Posts The Meteorites Board - 2 Viewing

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.

37 371 Think I found one?
by topperace
Mar 30, 2024 18:31:44 GMT -5
No New Posts Rock Identification Help - 9 Viewing

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

3,430 28,993 Thunder Eggs
by wargrafix
Apr 25, 2024 12:04:32 GMT -5

Member Community Pages

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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.

9,992 137,622 Garlic Mayo day
by rockjunquie
Apr 20, 2024 7:24:12 GMT -5
No New Posts Competition and Fun Contests - 5 Viewing

Join in the various competitions and games that members create just for fun

825 30,349 *~ OPEN ~* Cab Contest, Apr 2024, Theme: Banded Agate
by realrockhound
Apr 25, 2024 18:47:22 GMT -5
No New Posts Rockhounding Reports, Locations, Trips and Shows - 18 Viewing

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

3,076 36,732 Led another trip (pic heavy)
by realrockhound
Apr 26, 2024 15:50:45 GMT -5
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Leave a helpful review for a vendor or request information or recommendations on which vendor to choose

1,408 11,906 PayPal and 1099k
by susand24224
Apr 4, 2024 15:11:18 GMT -5
No New Posts RTH Marketplace, Buy Sell Trade - 4 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.

3,843 33,270 Ordering some books....
by rockjunquie
Apr 24, 2024 19:56:39 GMT -5
No New Posts Life in General, Off-topic Chit-Chat Area - 11 Viewing

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

12,708 183,651 Music Thread
by RickB
Apr 26, 2024 17:33:58 GMT -5

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