The Tucson Gem Show is the world’s largest gathering of gemstone and mineral professionals. This sourcing trip highlights rare American materials such as Oregon Sunstones, Navajo pyrope garnets, and dinosaur bone, alongside key events like AGTA and Kino. Combining business, exploration, and human connections, Tucson offers a unique immersion into the global gem trade and remains an essential destination for industry professionals.

The Tucson Gem Show is a key event for gem professionals and collectors. This journey from Europe to Arizona highlights the immersive experience of the Kino and Pueblo Shows, encounters with miners, and unique discoveries across Tucson. Beyond the trade aspect, the event offers a rare connection to raw materials, craftsmanship, and the human stories behind gemstones, making it an essential destination in the mineral world.

The Denver Mineral & Gems Showcase is the second-largest gathering of gem and mineral shows in the U.S. after Tucson. The fall session features 13–14 shows spread across five main venues and lasts about a dozen days : The largest and most iconic venue is the Coliseum, which hosts three of the shows at the National Western Complex. Coliseum show + National Western Complex (Denver Expo Gem Show, Denver Mineral Show, Miner's Co-op Mineral Show) : Denver Mart at the Denver Minera

Cette année, je me suis rendu pour la 4ème fois au Tucson Gem Shows. Cela a été très court, et le séjour a été plutôt intense ! Cependant, j'ai quand même pris le temps de prendre quelques photos de cet événement international incontournable.

Lors de mon dernier voyage en Californie, j'ai eu la chance de visiter le musée du GIA à Carlsbad, une expérience incroyable pour tous les passionnés de pierres précieuses et de minéraux. Ce musée est une véritable référence, notamment grâce à la remarquable collection de la Famille Hauser (Hauser Mineral Collection), qui met en lumière l’incroyable richesse géologique des États-Unis.

A Trip to the 2018 Tucson Gem Show: Discovering Rare Gems and Unforgettable Moments. The Tucson Gem Show is a must-attend event for gem and mineral enthusiasts, and the 2018 edition was no exception. Every year, thousands of dealers, collectors, and gemologists from around the world gather in Tucson, Arizona, to discover exceptional stones and discuss the latest market trends.

In 2018, I had the immense privilege of visiting one of the most iconic mines in the United States, the Oceanview Mine, located in San Diego County, California. Discovered in 1907, this mine has since been the source of some of the most beautiful gemstones, including tourmalines and kunzites, for which the region is renowned.

En 2014, je suis retourné au Tucson Gem and Mineral Show®, un événement fascinant réunissant gemmes rares, minéraux et passionnés du monde entier. Cette édition m’a permis de découvrir des pierres uniques, d’échanger avec des négociants et artisans, et d’enrichir ma collection tout en vivant l’énergie exceptionnelle de ce rendez-vous incontournable pour tout amateur de gemmes.

Discovering Oregon’s jasper in 2012: a memorable journey through the American West. Fascinated by these stones, I decided, along with my wife and son, to follow their trail to Oregon. This trip allowed us to immerse ourselves in the region’s spectacular landscapes and experience a lifestyle typical of the American West. Here are a few photos that capture the essence of this unforgettable journey.

The Tucson Gem Show is a major event dedicated to colored gemstones. During my first trip in 2011, I discovered fascinating North American gems. A defining moment that sparked a lasting passion for these unique stones.

The Pow Wow Rock Show in Quartzsite, Arizona, is a key event for mineral enthusiasts. The 2020 edition once again gathered collectors and professionals around exceptional specimens.

From Los Angeles to Tucson via Quartzsite, this 2022 gem road trip dives into the heart of the USA’s biggest gemstone events, blending travel, discovery, and field experience.