Tucson Gem Show like a pro

Jane and Elizabeth will provide an overview of the scope and growing size of the mineral and gems shows in Tucson, Arizona. With over 50 separate shows and counting, Tucson becomes a world-wide hub every February. The opening of many year-round business and the Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum are helping usher the expanded importance of Tucson in the mineral world.

Arizona Highlights at the Alfie Norville Gem and Mineral Museum

Elizabeth will provide additional background on the specimens sent to be part of the Prestige exhibition. She will highlight the history of silver and copper mining at the localities represented, show photos of additional specimens that did not travel, and give attendees a sense of the museum’s holdings.