Join me in the latest Rock Record on an exhilarating sapphire panning adventure in one of Montana's historic mining districts!

Uncover the origins of these brilliant gemstones and immerse yourself in the tale of the Great Montana Sapphire Rush of 1865. Experience digging into famed gravel bars like El Dorado, learning to separate coveted sapphires from ordinary rocks. Discover the science behind their hardness and the heat treatment enhancing their colors.

Whether you're a rockhound or traveler, get ready to unearth your own piece of gemstone history!

00:00 Intro
01:06 History of Montana Sapphires
03:29 Let's Dig Some Gravel!
04:15 What Are Sapphires and How do They Form?
07:45 How do you know if a sapphire is a Montana sapphire?
09:26 How to pan the sapphire gravel!
12:58 Heat treating sapphires
14:25 Where to find sapphires in Montana
15:00 Find more information about Missouri River Sapphires

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