Gem hunting, or rock hounding, is a fascinating hobby that allows people to find rare rocks and stones from amethyst and ...

In a surprising archaeological find, researchers have unearthed a collection of precious gems that were lost by ancient Romans in the bathhouses of Carlisle, England, according to a report by National ...

An extremely rare engraved Roman gemstone has been discovered underwater by researchers near Venice in northern Italy. Researchers at the Ca' Foscari University of Venice found the ancient piece of ...

Ancient Persians believed the sky was blue because it reflected a massive sapphire beneath the Earth, giving the stone cosmic symbolism. Kings, priests, and rulers wore sapphires to signal wisdom, ...

Want to know the best rockhounding hotspots in Southern California? We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know! If you want to get your hands dirty and find some incredible rocks, minerals ...