When rolled on a moist clay tablet, these engravings left low-relief markings, signifying that the object’s owner authorized ...

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For sculptor and silversmith James Fendenheim, Tucson's annual gem shows present an irresistible opportunity for buying exotic stones. That's why he drove to Phoenix Tuesday to sell four rings and a ...

Rugby, N.D. - Jim Stadum used to have a backyard fire pit where he burned work that didn't meet his expectations. The slightest mark or wrong sound would turn a pricey pool stick to ashes before ...

One of the hottest trends in the highfalutin world of luxury watches is the use of stone dials. As their name suggests, these are dials made from slabs of alluring real stones like malachite or tiger ...

Milan, New York City, Aspen and now Vail. Those stylish sites all house Piranesi, a brand renowned for its rare and exotic stones, unique jewelry designs and statement pieces. The fifth-generation ...

Thanks for visiting my channel. I make these short video postcards to highlight my experiences in wonderful places and to entice you to do the same.The Tucson Gem Show videos are so much fun to make.