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The following magazines offer a variety of information on lapidary art, collecting, and rocks and minerals. For lapidary equipment, tools, rough rock and findings check out the listed suppliers. Lapidary clubs can be found worldwide each magazine lists lapidary clubs and upcoming rock & gem shows in the United States and abroad.

Rock & Gem www.rockngem.com
Lapidary Journal www.lapidaryjournal.com
Rocks & Minerals www.rocksandminerals.org
Jewelry Crafts www.jewelrycraftsmag.com
Colored Stone www.colored-stone.com

Two major clubs in the Chicago area are:
West Suburban Lapidary Club http://www.compu-classic.com/wslc
Earth Science Club of Northern Illinois http://www.esconi.org/

Lapidary classes are offered at many park districts, senior centers and community colleges throughout the United States. Check your local listings.

Gem City College in Quincy, Illinois is dedicated exclusively to lapidary and jewelry arts.

Gemologists are specially trained professionals who can identify and appraise gemstones. For more information about obtaining a degree in gemology, and jewelry design contact:
The Gemological Institute of America http://www.gia.edu/
or call 1-800-545-6566.

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