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5 Best Petrified Wood Locations In Nevada

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Petrified wood is found in many areas of the western United States. Nevada is not necessarily at the top of the list for petrified wood sources, but specimens are still frequently collected there. Many of the highest concentrations are found in Elko County in the northeastern corner of the state. But Elko County is not the only place to find wood fossils in Nevada. There are … [Read more...] about 5 Best Petrified Wood Locations In Nevada

Where To Dig For Turquoise In Nevada | Turquoise Mines in Nevada Open To The Public

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At least half of the top-rated turquoise mines in the world are found in the state of Nevada, U.S.A. There are over 100 mines of various sizes located throughout the state, consistently bringing rare and beautiful specimens to the market. Many of these mines are "hat mines," which means the strata is so small it could be covered by a hat. These claims are privately owned, … [Read more...] about Where To Dig For Turquoise In Nevada | Turquoise Mines in Nevada Open To The Public

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