Perfect Garnet Birthstone

Perfect Garnet Birthstone for January birthdays!

These gemstones are found in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Africa, India, Madagascar, and Sri Lanka.

GARNET MINES IN USA - TOURS AND RECREATION

The US Geological Survey identifies these states as having notable mines:

Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Utah and Virginia.

If you live near or are vacationing near these sites, mining for gemstones is great fun for young and old! Some locations require a small fee to mine.

ALASKA

Wrangell - The famous Garnet Ledge site is located at the mouth of the Stikine River.

Wrangell Garnet sellers are known around the world. They mine and take orders for local garnets.

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ARIZONA

Arizona Jeep Tours that include gemstone dig or search are "The Sidewinder" and "In The Sky Prehistoric Indian Ruins" Tours. These are guided tours where you will see the beautiful foothills and learn the history of the mountain area. Click here.

If you live in the Sedona area, you may want to consider joining the Gem and Mineral Club. The meetings are for members only and include guest speakers, raffles, displays, and information exchange with rockhounds. Other club activities include monthly field trips for various rocks, fossils, and minerals. Click here.

Arizona's volcanic features and mining. Click here.