Tightwad's Tour of Tucson 2008
JCK's third annual summary of inexpensive but chic buys from the Tucson gem shows paints a sweet picture of yummy-looking gems and minerals available at penny-candy prices.
By Jennifer Heebner, Senior Editor -- JCK-Jewelers Circular Keystone, 8/1/2008
This year's tour of the American Gem Trade Association's GemFair featured enough candyesque stones and beads to rival the most well-stocked Mr. Bulky. Prices were another treat, as many unusual and often overlooked gems and minerals like druse drew in JCK senior editor Jennifer Heebner like a bee to honey. While many of the finds at the 42 shows were pretty enough to eat, JCK's hungry reporter resisted, instead bringing back images and details—and surreal candy-filled visions—of sweet buys.
