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[ShinyAmy]

Hi there I’m new here and I don’t know anything much about stones , other than working in a jewellery store but recently I’ve become interested in where stones actually come from and interested in finding my own
Amy

 

[user 4485]

Hi ShinyAmy,
Welcome to the forum.
I moved your mineral question here:
https://www.prospectingaustralia.co...tions-answered-here.24759/page-54#post-652733Some members watch the thread & should be able to help you out.

 

[ShinyAmy]

Thank you and apologies for posting in wrong area

 

[user 4485]

Thank you and apologies for posting in wrong area

No worries at all.
Those watching that mineral ID thread will likely answer quicker there.

 

[WalnLiz]

This Forum has many gem hunters amongst its members who are more than willing to help you out. Don't be shy to ask questions as that's the fastest way to get on top of identity and locations.

 

[Dave's Office]

Welcome from Dave also ShinyAmy and good luck with your new found interest, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Cheers

 

[Hawkear]

Hi ShinyAmy. One of the first things you might want to do is buy a gold panning dish and learn how to use it. They are useful for more than just gold. Then go out to your nearest creek dig up some gravel and pan it off.
You never know and may be surprised at what you might find in the bottom of the pan.
Got me interested when I was young panning around creeks near my home in the SE burbs of Melbourne and made me want to go further afield and developed a lifelong interest.