The Herkimer Diamond is one of nature’s rarest and most cherished treasures. The “diamond” in their name is due to both their clarity and natural faceting – crystals possess double terminations. Start mining your own Herkimer Diamonds now, with this GUARANTEED mining kit!
Herkimer Diamonds are double-terminated quartz crystals discovered in and around Herkimer County, New York, and the Mohawk River Valley. You’ll be amazed by the detail of these five hundred million-year-old crystals! They are simply nature’s perfect gemstones.
This mining bucket is designed for kids as young as 8 years old to the experienced rockhound. Comes with everything you’ll need to find and enjoy your very own Herkimer Diamonds. So what are you waiting for? Get your kit today!
Our Herkimer Diamond Mining Kit comes with a brush and magnifying glass.
Not only will you find Herkimer Diamonds in your mining bucket. We have filled these buckets with crystals from domestic mines across the country and also include some found around the world.
Amazonite, Amethyst, Apatite, Aventurine, Calcite, Carnelian, Chrysocolla, Citrine, Emerald, Fluorite, Garnet, Jasper, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Moss Agate, Obsidian, Onyx, Opal, Peridot, Pyrite, Quartz, Rose Quartz, Agate, Ruby, Sapphire, Selenite, Septarian, Smokey Quartz, Sodalite, Topaz, and more.
Upgrade your bucket with a premium add-on. All selected add-ons will be placed inside your mining bucket.
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These high-quality Herkimer Diamonds are of value and make great gifts. Take your family outside with our mining buckets to find these rare gems. Add or start your rock collection today by unearthing these amazing gemstones.
We at Miami Mining Co. want to help future scientists, geologists, and nature lovers learn about our world and its natural wonders.
Herkimer Diamonds are quartz crystals that have a hexagonal shape. They were first discovered in Herkimer County, New York, which is where they got their name. This area has been mined for them since the 1700s, and they were originally called “New York Diamonds”.
Herkimer Diamonds are often used as decoration pieces and jewelry because of their clarity and beauty. Each stone is unique and beautiful so please expect slight variations in color, texture, and size.
Disclaimers: Please ensure all children are under adult supervision when searching through the Herkimer Diamond mining bucket. Our Herkimer Diamonds are high-grade and hold value so please be careful when sifting. This is an outdoor activity and please do not pour the used water down your drains. Please exercise caution as some Herkimer Diamond mining kits may contain small and sharp crystals/gemstones. All kits vary in size and crystal/gemstone content. Not recommended for children under 8 years of age due to choking hazards. This Herkimer Diamond Mining Kit is for advanced Gem collectors.
Due to the nature of this activity, ALL Herkimer Diamond mining kits cannot be returned.
| Weight | 4 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 5 × 5 × 5 in |
Matthew McCann (verified owner) –
Excellent product, grandson was really happy.
Deborah G. (verified owner) –
Loved all the stones in this small bucket especially the Herkimer diamond
Amanda S. (verified owner) –
I got this as a birthday gift for my daughter and she absolutely loved it. An avid rock collector, she had a blast cleaning and identifying each stone that was revealed.
Kathy KruseBemb (verified owner) –
Michael Pena (verified owner) –
Fantastic speedy delivery. Ordered a week before Christmas and arrived before.
Christine F. (verified owner) –
This was a gift for my 7 year old rock hounding son for Christmas and we all enjoyed it.
Charleton B. (verified owner) –
Good sized diamonds I am very impressed with the quantity and girth of these gems! I will definitely be buying more of these dig buckets!