Larimar – a rare blue stone from the Dominican Republic

Larimar

Larimar, also called “Stefilia’s Stone”, is a rare blue variety of the silicate mineral pectolite found only in the Dominican Republic. It ranges in colour from white, light-blue, green-blue to deep blue. Miguel Méndez and Peace Corps volunteer Norman Rilling rediscovered Larimar in 1974 on a beach at the foot of the Bahoruco Mountain Range, […]

Mineral specimens from all over the world

Mineral specimens

The show is a great place to both see and purchase mineral specimens collected from all over the world. Black tourmaline from China, Labradorite from Madagascar, Rose Quartz from Brazil, Selenite from Morocco.

Gemstone Jewelry

Gemstone Jewelry

Gemstone jewelry has been popular as early as 5000 years ago and widely used in the Egyptian and the Mediterranean regions by the wealthy to show their status and wealth. Today, we have access to a verity of precious and semi precious gem to make these fabulous and affordable gemstone jewellery that anyone can afford. […]

Shopping for quality gemstone jewelry

gemstone jewelry

Shopping for quality gemstone jewelry is easy when you have thousands to choose from. There are handcrafted pieces imported from Italy, India and Indonesia. Whats your favourite stone? Find it at The Gem Expo.

Gemstone beads galore from Amanda at #earthygirldesigns

Gemstone Beads from Earthy Girl Designs

Gemstone beads galore from Amanda at #earthygirldesigns. Earthy Girl Designs, established 20 years ago, which encompasses a wide range of gemstones and vintage beads, hand-made jewellery and Native American jewellery in sterling silver.

Gemstone beads for the fine jewellery maker from @FindingsWorld

Gemstone beads from Findings World

Gemstones beads for the fine jewellery maker from Findings World @FindingsWorld.  They carry over 400 varieties of Sterling Silver and Gold Filled findings, Semi Precious Gemstone Beads and Ready to wear Sterling Silver Chains from Italy. Vendor Profile: Findings World

International designer jewelry at affordable prices

International designer jewelry

The Gem Expo features many gems, minerals and International designer jewelry. If you are looking for something different from what your local department or big box store offers, The Gem Expo features many more options including international designer jewellery from the US, UK, Paris, Italy and beyond.

Cabochons and cut Gem Stones in all shapes and sizes

Cabochons and cut Gem Stones in all shapes and sizes

Cabochons and cut Gem Stones in all shapes and sizes. You’ll find cabochons and gem stones in a variety of shapes, sizes, stones to incorporate into your jewellery making needs. These lovely Malachite cabs are from @sacred.gemstone  from Africa. TheGemExpo.com

Ring, ring, ring. Your rings are calling

rings

Ring, ring, ring. Choose from a huge selection of sterling silver and gemstone mens and woman’s rings made by Indian and Indonesian craftsmen. These are just some of the examples of labradorite, rose quartz, amethyst, charoite, lapis, onyx, moonstone and more. Can you name some more?

Real Turquoise beads from Amanda at #earthygirldesigns.

Real Turquoise beads from Amanda at #earthygirldesigns. Earthy Girl Designs, established 20 years ago, which encompasses a wide range of gemstones and vintage beads, hand-made jewellery and Native American jewellery in sterling silver.

Canadian Amethyst Purple Bliss

Amethyst Purple Bliss

Some absolutely stunning Amethyst Mineral samples from Ontario. These specimens were minded by Ontario Gem & Stone. Canadian amethyst has a distinctive deep red/purple colour due to the extra iron content in our Canadian Shield. Who wouldn’t be in bliss holding this stone?

Nickel Dendrite – Local Ontario Minerals

Nickel Dendrite

Nickel Dendrite – these are created from cast-offs from a nickel plating operation at the GM Plant in Oshawa, they form on racks that hold objects to be plated. Pick some up at The Gem Expo.

Rare Tourmaline Crystals from @Fazil.AminShinwari

Tourmaline Crystals from Shinwari Gems Minerals

Rare Tourmaline Crystals from @Fazil.AminShinwari These gorgeous mineral specimens are from northern Afghanistan.  A must have for the avid mineral collector and simply breathtaking to look at. Facebook.com/fazal.aminshinwari shinwari_gold@yahoo.com @fazil.aminshinwari TheGemExpo.com

Distinctive Thunder Bay Amethyst

Thunder Bay Amethyst

Located on the northern shores of Lake Superior, Thunder Bay Amethyst is unique and distinctive to this region. It comes in a variety of shades of purple from pale to deep purple and is often further coloured by inclusions such as hematite that gives it a distinctive red hue only found in amethyst from this […]

Huge selection of Minerals, Fossils, Beads, Jewellery

The Gem Expo features many vendors who have imported minerals, fossils, beads, hand crafted jewellery and other items from all over the globe. You’ll find items for every budget from small tumbled stones to museum quality specimens.

One of a kind handcrafted jewelry

Handcrafted Jewelry

Many of the handcrafted jewelry items you’ll find at The Gem Expo include one of a kind statement pieces you won’t find anywhere else.

Aquamarine Mineral Specimen from @fazal.aminshinwari of @shinwari_gold

Aquamarine Mineral Specimens

Aquamarine Mineral Specimen from @fazal.aminshinwari of @shinwari_gold Aquamarine is calming, soothing, and cleansing, and inspires truth, trust and letting go. In ancient lore, it was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, and was used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection. It was also considered a stone of eternal youth and […]

Handcrafted jewellery & Mineral Specimens from @Crystal-Palaces

Crystal Palaces Gems and Minerals

Handcrafted jewellery and beautiful Mineral Specimens from @Crystal-Palaces See some beautiful mineral specimens before they get turned into the handcrafted jewellery by Crystal Palaces. Crystal-Palaces.com Crystalpalaces@hotmail.com @Crystal-Palaces  

1000’s Gemstone Beads to choose from Rainbow Beads Online

Gemstone Beads from Rainbow Beads Online

1000’s Gemstone Beads to choose from Rainbow Beads Online Rainbow Beads Online is a Canadian online wholesale & retail store. They are located in Newmarket and Toronto, Ontario. They specialized in precious and semi-precious gemstone beads, wooded beads, cubic zirconia, metal findings and freshwater pearls. RainbowBeadsOnline.com/  

Mala Bead shopping heaven!

Mala Bead

If you make full length 108 bead mala necklaces or the popular wrist mala, there is no better place to to pick up mala beads in almost any stone possible. Popular bead sizes include 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm round and larger specialty beads. Find the perfect strand of Amethyst, Amazonite, Citrinte, Black Tourmaline, Lapis, Rose […]

Handcrafted Lampwork Beads from local artisans

Lampwork

Lampwork are glass beads that are made one at a time sitting front of a blow torch using rods of coloured glass. It takes great skill, patients and a keen artistic eye to create these works of art.

Canadian Ammolite fossils and handcrafted jewelry

Canadian Ammolite

Canadian Ammolite is an opal-like organic gemstone found primarily along the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. It is made of the fossilized shells of ammonites, which in turn are composed primarily of aragonite. It is one of few biogenic gemstones; the others being pearls and amber.

Unique Finds of all kinds

Unique Finds

One of the great things about coming to the show are the unique finds like antique beads, skulls and beads made from bones! What are some of your unique finds from the show?