Jewelry lovers unite! Once a year, hobbyists, artists, designers, buyers, vendors, collectors and enthusiasts all gather for a weekend in the Arizona desert: the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show. It's the largest, oldest, most prestigious gem & mineral show in the world. But how did this jewelry, gemstone, crystal, mineral, fossil extravagance begin? When did the Smithsonian get involved? What epic traveling exhibits have graced the Tucson Convention Center over the decades? How many millions of dollars does this show bring to the economy? Let's talk all things Tucson.

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 Narration - Jennifer Sieverling
Research & Writing - Jennifer Sieverling

Music - Joseph McDade & Audionautix

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