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Texas Monthly featured Topaz Hunting in Mason

Texas Monthly featured Topaz Hunting in Mason

I  interviewed by Texas Monthly about the State of the State Gemstone. I was with heavy heart, that to announce that all  known rock hounding ranches in Mason county were now...

Texas Monthly featured Topaz Hunting in Mason

I  interviewed by Texas Monthly about the State of the State Gemstone. I was with heavy heart, that to announce that all  known rock hounding ranches in Mason county were now...

A fine 925 ct crystal that was formerly displayed in the Texas State Capitol and sat on the governor’s desk in 1969. Photo by Blanca Espinoza.

GIA Topaz research study

Gem-quality naturally blue topaz occurs in Mason County, Texas. Known as “Texas topaz,” this gem is highly sought after in the United States because of its domestic provenance and rare...

GIA Topaz research study

Gem-quality naturally blue topaz occurs in Mason County, Texas. Known as “Texas topaz,” this gem is highly sought after in the United States because of its domestic provenance and rare...