Excavating ancient trilobite fossils in the sedimentary layers exposed in the southern part of the Gila Wilderness.

Excavating ancient trilobite fossils in the sedimentary layers exposed in the southern part of the Gila Wilderness. Excavating Ancient Trilobite Fossils in the Gila WildernessThe Gila Wilderness, located in southwestern…

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Fossilized Tracks and Trails: Following Prehistoric Footprints Across the Landscape

Fossilized Tracks and Trails: Following Prehistoric Footprints Across the Landscape Fossilized Tracks and Trails: Following Prehistoric Footprints Across the LandscapeFossilized tracks and trails, or ichnofossils, are remarkable windows into the…

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Investigating historic lead and zinc mines in the Hanover-Fierro District for galena and sphalerite crystals.

Investigating historic lead and zinc mines in the Hanover-Fierro District for galena and sphalerite crystals. Investigating Historic Lead and Zinc Mines in the Hanover-Fierro DistrictThe Hanover-Fierro District in New Mexico…

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Exploring gemstone pockets in Brazil’s Paraíba mines, famous for rare electric-blue tourmalines.

Exploring gemstone pockets in Brazil’s Paraíba mines, famous for rare electric-blue tourmalines. Exploring Gemstone Pockets in Brazil’s Paraíba MinesBrazils Paraíba mines have established themselves as a beacon for rockhounds and…

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Searching for pegmatites in Brazil, known for yielding colorful gemstones like tourmaline and kunzite.

Searching for pegmatites in Brazil, known for yielding colorful gemstones like tourmaline and kunzite. Searching for Pegmatites in Brazil: A Treasure Trove for Rockhounds and Mineral CollectorsBrazil is renowned for…

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