Nearest city: La Sal What to look for: Azurite Where to stay: Wolf Springs Ranch Family Lodge Azurites are the main gemstone mined at Blue Crystal Mines. The commercial site allows individuals to ...

As crystals explode in popularity, collectors are paying millions, cutting museums out of the industry. So how'd the Smithsonian land a giant quartz? More from Big Business As crystals explode in ...

Fantasia Mining This family-owned company owns three crystal mines in the US and closely partners with other mines worldwide to bring their stunning collection to buyers. Check out the colorful ...

Women are not allowed to mine, and the men who do wear shorts or swimwear and smear themselves with petroleum jelly.