HEY BEGINNERS, NEWBIES, AND NOVICE ROCKHOUNDS
Curious about Herkimer Diamond quartz crystals?
My theme…LEARN AND DISCERN!
Learn – sharing info that helped me when I started out.
Discern - selecting the parts that interest you, followed by making informed decisions.
You decide what works for you!
I share beginner information, places to go, people to meet, locals that have crystals available for sale, downloadable documents and more.
At 60 something, I’m having the time of my life! I couldn’t be happier engaging in an activity I have grown to love.
Become a Herkimer Diamond Detective!
YouTube Channel
Please join me and my friend Carson as we offer a series of videos on Herkimer diamond quartz crystals. Carson adds fun stop-motion animation. Hope you enjoy.
BONUS: Sign up and receive this workbook – “Herkimer Diamond Detective Workbook.” Crossword and word search puzzles that coincide with each video. Also, extra activity sheets if you have crystals. Print the pages you would like to do!
Things You Might
Be Interested In
Help yourself to this document that contains the following:
*Currently available – 9 public mines in the Mohawk Valley Region. Location/Contact Info and cost provided for 2025.
*Tools list – assist the beginner in deciding what to take.
*General expectations for the beginner when you go prospecting for Herkimer diamond quartz crystals.
*General overview about current market value of small gem quality Herkimer diamond quartz crystals.
My Shopping Page
Welcome to my shopping page! I have a separate link that will transfer you to my
I have two items available.
“Herkimer Diamond Detective – Learn and Discern” Book
“Herkimer Diamond Detective Sample Kit – This kit provides samples of crystals and rocks commonly found when prospecting for Herks.
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Testimonial from Michael R Walter, author of Collector’s Guide to Herkimer Diamonds
The fine doubly-terminated quartz crystals known to mineral collectors as Herkimer diamonds are recognized by mineral collectors the world over. They grace mineral displays at the top museums and inspire individuals like the author. Jeanne Smith has brought together her passion for these aesthetic minerals and her teaching background to produce, Herkimer Diamond Detective, a book beautifully suited for anyone interested in learning about Herkimer diamonds.
All aspects from what they are, how and where they are found, and their many unique characteristics are covered in this easy to read and well figured book. More importantly she has also detailed how to find these crystals and provides necessary information about safety while prospecting. The text is written in a way that will inspire the curiosity of readers and motivate them to learn more about the topic. Her passion for Herkimer diamond collecting is sure to be passed onto the reader and begs them to get into the field and collect their own examples of these unique natural treasures. This book will give them the background to do that successfully.
Michael R. Walter