The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show- What It Is and Why You Should Go!

Have you heard of the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show?

For mineral and crystal collectors, it is THE event of the year!

The city of Tucson hosts the largest gem and mineral show in the world.  It is also the oldest-its been happening yearly since 1955!

The show runs from the last week in January, through the second weekend in February.  About 65,000 people attend every year!

The Tucson Show is actually made up of over 40 separate, satellite shows.  The main show is held at the Tucson Convention Center the second weekend in February.

The dozens of gem show events held around the city take place in massive (football field sized) tents--to every room in local hotels being filled to the brim with vendors displaying their minerals. You can find these displayed in professional cases set up in the room, laid out on surfaces over the bed, and even displays in the bathroom!

What can you find at these gem shows?  Anything and everything!

Really, there isn't anything that you won't be able to find among all the hundreds of vendors.

You'll come across the most rare and exquisite mineral specimens with price tags in the 7-figures; carvings available in most any material and shape; a wide variety of dinosaur fossils; an infinite amount of jewelry; even meteorites and other space rocks!

Not to mention, lots of art, clothing and home decor.

Prices span every budget, so no need to bring in your whole savings.  There is something for everyone!

Don't forget the friendships and connections!

Whether you are just a collector or you sell minerals and crystals, the Tucson show affords you an opportunity to make connections.

Why is this important?

When you have a relationship with dealers, this can put you in the position of being contacted first regarding new finds, previously owned collections that are now up for sale, or that special piece they know you've been searching for.

When dealers know what types of materials you are looking to purchase, they may offer the best quality to you first.

What's happening in 2024?

The Tucson Gem & Mineral Society has already announced the theme for the 69th  show happening in 2024.

The theme: "Pegmatites-Crystals Big and Beautiful!"

It takes place February 8-11, 2024 so plan now to attend!

And I'll see you there ;)

 

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