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(2008 photo of rough cut gem stones ready for faceting, with permission from Tanquest Gem & Mining and Quest Minerals, at the show.)
Where: Econo Lodge, 3020 S. 6th Ave. Head south on 6th Ave. from 22nd and just before the I-10 interchange, you'll see a U-Haul business on the right, a Food Mart, and the Happy Iguana Restaurant and Lounge. Turn right into any of these places before the freeway, and you'll be at the show.
What: About 10 mineral dealers offering various mineral specimens and other items. For example, there's a Russian Mineral exhibitor, and another from Quebec. Arizona Bead Dog saw unique specimens here such as fossilized sea urchins (they looked like interesting gray stones and had a nice weight to them and a good price), and natural chalcanthite. See photos below. If you're a mineral hound, check this venue out with its friendly exhibitors who are ready to share their knowledge and expertise with you.
 
(2008 photos of natural chalcanthite, collected from a 2.5' by 8' long pocket, right here in Arizona; with permission by Shannon & Sons Minerals.)
Inside
or Out: Inside hotel rooms surrounding a pool area.
Parking: Ample and paved.
Food: Restaurant nearby and soda vending machines on premises.
Rest
rooms: In the hotel lobby.
Show
dates: Open for over 2 weeks, including 3 weekends, but not the final Sunday.
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