Gem Mining

Yesterday we arrived in northern Georgia, near the North Carolina border. The scenery is fantastic. I didn't realize this area was SO pretty. About 20 miles from our campground was a gem mine and I had to try it. When we got there, it was almost empty. Yippee! I bought my bucket o' dirt and headed to the flume. After a few hours (I was slowly searching through every bit of rock and dirt) we went into the office to have find out what we had found. As it turns out, I had some Amethyst, Emeralds, Topaz, various kinds of Quarts, Rubies, Sapphires, and some other various gems. I think I will be able to cut some of them into facetable pieces of jewelery. Yeah! I had a great time and I can't wait to do it again. Here is a quick photo of my haul...