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  1. Rock Seeker
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    List of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones Found in New …

    • We all know quartz, for many of us it was the first stone to catch our interest. It’s a macrocrystallized form of silica, creating hexagonal crystals of varying lengths with pyramidal termination. The form is well kno… See more

    Garnet

    The gem of New York state is the humble garnet. These gemstones are usually known to be red in color, and those coming from New York fit the bill there. While much garnet is h… See more

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    Calcite

    Calcite is a very common mineral, showing up as a crystallized form of calcium carbonate. Calcite crystals are beautiful, if fragile, and are a frequent site in collections of rock coll… See more

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    Diopside

    Diopside is a mineral that contains magnesium and calcium, creating monoclinic crystals. It’s most often white, but there are two varieties used as gemstones… See more

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    Tremolite

    Tremolite is a strange, fibrous crystal. It’s actually one of the forms of asbestos, although it lacks the danger of chrysotile asbestos. While it’s fibrous, it still grows in long crystal… See more

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    Where can I find mineral & gems in New York City?
    The AMNH has the finest worldwide mineral and gem collection on display in the New York City area. Their display once had systematic exhibits of glass-topped cabinets but these were abandoned for the dramatic lighting and displays popular in the 1970s. Only a handful of mineral specimens from NYC are currently on display.
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  2. How to Find Rocks
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    10 Common Rocks & Minerals You Can Find in New York

    Feb 27, 2024 · The common rocks and minerals of New York include: limestone, brownstone, granite, serpentine, harkimer diamond, garnet, celestine, labradorite, sphalerite, and tourmaline. From Herkimer …

  3. Rock Chasing
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    Guide To New York's Rocks, Minerals, and Gems (With Photos)

  4. ny.gov
    https://extapps.dec.ny.gov/docs/materials_minerals_pdf/minfactsht.pdf
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    2020 Mineral Fact Sheets - Government of New York

  5. John Betts - Fine Minerals
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    The Minerals of New York City - johnbetts-fineminerals.com

  6. Rockhound Resource
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    New York Rockhounding Location Guide & Map

    A wide variety of rocks, minerals, and gemstones can be found in New York including garnet, fluorite, labradorite, hematite, quartz crystals, sphalerite, sunstone, barite, and pyrite. The world-famous Herkimer Diamonds can …

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    Are there rare minerals in New York?
    While it’s true that New York has a long list of rare minerals, it also possesses some rare and collectible rocks, including agates, jaspers, geodes, and serpentine. Geodes from the Empire State contain all sorts of minerals, including celestite, hematite, barite, and pyrite.

    10 Common Rocks & Minerals You Can Find in New York

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    Are there rocks in New York?
    While New York’s minerals usually steal the show, this state does possess plenty of rocks, such as: Wherever you go in New York, you’re highly likely to stumble across limestone. Limestone, typically found with dolostone, has been mined in New York for decades.

    10 Common Rocks & Minerals You Can Find in New York

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    Where can I find mineral & gems in New York City?
    The AMNH has the finest worldwide mineral and gem collection on display in the New York City area. Their display once had systematic exhibits of glass-topped cabinets but these were abandoned for the dramatic lighting and displays popular in the 1970s. Only a handful of mineral specimens from NYC are currently on display.

    The Minerals of New York City, a review of the history of mining and

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    What is the most sought after gem in New York?
    Without a doubt, the most sought after gem or mineral in New York is the famous Herkimer Diamond. Herkimer Diamonds are double-terminated quartz crystals, which means they come to a point on both ends. They are exceptionally clear and are very desirable for their aesthetic beauty.

    New York Rockhounding Location Guide & Map - Rockhound Resource

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  8. ny.gov
    https://extapps.dec.ny.gov/docs/administration_pdf/2003jrnat8.pdf
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    Common Minerals of New York State - Government of New York

  9. The New York State Museum
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    Minerals of New York | The New York State Museum

    On display are unique and alluring minerals collected from mines, quarries, road cuts, and outcrops located throughout New York State. We invite you to experience the splendor of New York’s mineral world and all it has to offer.

  10. All Crystal
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    Rockhounding Destinations in New York for 16 …

    Native white-tailed deer, red foxes, and black bears enhance rockhounding in the state. New York has seasons, so rockhounding trips must be planned. Warm temperatures and unfrozen ground make spring and early summer excellent …

  11. The New York State Museum
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    Minerals | The New York State Museum

    Almost all minerals reported from New York are in the "New York" collection. This collection contains about 290 valid mineral species, is organized based on the chemical composition and crystal structure, and the minerals are ordered …