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How to Find Crystals Using Different Types of Prospecting Techniques

How to Find Crystals Using Different Types of Prospecting Techniques

December 5, 2015March 30, 201946

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Prospecting Topaz near Pilot Peak

July 31, 2014July 17, 20164

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Topaz Prospecting in the Rockies

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Rockhounding Wigwam, Jefferson County Colorado

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Great article on Devils Head Topaz

January 23, 20145

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July Rockhounding

August 2, 20133

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Adventures at Topaz Mountain Gem Mine, May 2013

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2012 Colorado Topaz

January 17, 2013February 18, 20175

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More Devilshead – July 2012

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Topaz Mine: July 7th with early monsoon