Tucson Gem and Mineral Show

Dealers facet stones on a lapidary wheel in front of the Quality Inn.
Dealers facet stones on a lapidary wheel in front of the Quality Inn.
Large amethyst geodes on display.
A dealer presents cut gems, including spessartite and fire opal.
Designer Nicholas Varney comparing stones to find inspiration for new pieces.
Pakistani Gem dealer M. Nadeem Awan of Karachi Jewel & Gems in his motel room at the Red Lion Inn & Suites.
A large raw amber offered by Krystal Light Imports at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.
Designer Nicholas Varney cleans and inspects mounds of uncut ocean jasper.