Tucson Gem & Mineral Show 2017
Embark on a treasure hunt you
won’t soon forget at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show 2017. It takes place on
January 28 through February 12, 2017 in beautiful Tucson, Arizona. At the
beginning of each year, Tucson houses this international mineral and gem
trading fest. Countless individuals come out and bargain, trade and collect any
number of new and unique gems and minerals. Regardless of whether you are a
visitor ,buyer or vendor you don’t want to miss out on this spectacular event.
Experience the History of the Show
What started out as a small
group of rock hounds and mineral collectors back in 1955 has grown into a large
showcase of gems for enthusiasts and collectors from around the globe. You can
find the best minerals, jewelry, gems,fossils and lapidary dealers from all
over the world. Items from renowned museums and private collections are also on
display.
The first exhibition took
place at an elementary school in town and was open to the general public. It
was an immediate hit, which is what prompted the organizers to make it a
regular event. In 1956, the show was held at rodeo grounds. It stayed here
until 1972. It eventually made its way to its current location where countless
people can come out and enjoy it each year.
Quality Gems and Minerals on Display
The Tucson Gem and Mineral
Show 2017 is well-known for bringing in gems, fossil displays and minerals from
major museums everywhere. Every year the show designates a theme mineral to
generate interest. Because of the amount of interest generated, satellite shows
ended up popping up everywhere. One of the best segments of these shows is that
of beads for you to take home and enjoy.
Multiple Shows are Wrapped into One
The Tucson show includes 40+
shows at dozens of different locations around town. You can visit the exhibit
tents, hotels, halls and sprawling venues all around the area. Every year the
mix changes, so you never know what the event is going to hold in store for
you. The majority of the shows are open to everyone and don’t cost you a thing
to attend. Not only does that mean you don’t have to spend a bunch of money on
this event, but you can enjoy checking out multiple events all rolled into one
amazing show.
Bring the Family Out
Thousands of individual’s
head over to the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show at the Convention Center downtown.
They have free seminars to help broaden your knowledge about the different gems
and minerals. Your family will love the Junior Education Area loaded with
hands-on activities perfect for children of all ages. This gives children the
chance to learn something new and exciting, without having to stress about
whether they are going to enjoy themselves or not.
It’s for More Than Just Pros
Serious gem and mineral
collectors from around the globe come out and take part in this amazing event.
It is truly one of the biggest and best events around, so you don’t want to
miss out on this fabulous opportunity. Thousands of individuals from all over
come together to check out the opals, gold, diamonds, dinosaur fossils and much
more. The assortment of items is truly amazing and one that you don’t want to
miss.
Rincon Trading at the
GL&W Holidome Show Jan 28th –Feb 5th Booth #138-140
