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Goin' to the Tucson Gem Show

P: 2/5/2008 1:24:18 AM
joflier Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,701 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 10/2/2007	So DH and I are going to Tucson AZ this next week. He's been wanting to go the the gem show there forever! His grandpa used to go every year (he was a diamond buyer overseas back in the 70s and 80s) And said its just phenonmenal. I have no idea what to expect, but am very excited nonetheless! Has anyone else gone or going? Any places that are must-see must do?
Posted: 2/5/2008 1:24:18 AM

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P: 2/5/2008 10:57:50 AM
Harriet Ideal Rock Total Posts: 11,800 Last Post: 11/19/2009 Member Since: 7/7/2006	Lucky duck! I would love to be there. I might get gem overload though. "The greatest experts are only as good as the sum total of what they have seen." (Souren Melikian)
Posted: 2/5/2008 10:57:50 AM

P: 2/5/2008 12:30:39 PM
Kaleigh Ideal Rock Total Posts: 25,915 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 11/18/2004	You ARE lucky!! You'll have to tell us all about it!! ____________________________ Piece of cake and a candle. ng gift
Posted: 2/5/2008 12:30:39 PM

P: 2/5/2008 12:51:28 PM
Beacon Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,734 Last Post: 11/9/2009 Member Since: 7/14/2006	How cool. I was reading the website about it and it seemed to me that I could not get into many of the parts of the show w/o a resell license which I do not have. Am I reading it wrong? Can a person who is not in the trade go to this show and get into the exibits? I think it would be a blast to go and I am not so far away as I live in CA. Can you update me?
Posted: 2/5/2008 12:51:28 PM

P: 2/5/2008 12:59:10 PM
Nicrez Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,230 Last Post: 10/21/2009 Member Since: 1/21/2004	I believe for consumers, the tickets are $9 and it's a wonderful entryway into buying gems. There are MANY shows, and not just in one location. I suggest contacting the Tuscon Gem Show for further details. I assume you are going to the main one at the Convention Center from the 14th - 17th. They open at 10am to the public and close at 6pm, except on Sunday, they close at 5pm. for tickets, call: 520-321-1000 If you go there, I suggest you take a gem buying guide you have read through, that way you can identify different gems and minerals you see. You can ask questions, and some people will certainly be more giving of their time (generally the retail-centric folks), stands to reason I think... The Smithsonian book is quite useful (and portable) and the pictures are excellent, I think. here is a Retail & Wholesale listing Also, there are seminars through out the show that are interesting. I know they are geared towards the industry and some will be a bit heady, but if you can get in (I am not sure if it's industry only) try to, if you truly want to understand the industry more indepthly. If not, walk around and enjoy all the lovely specimens that are displayed! Have a great time, it's truly like being in a candy store!!! "Sometimes it's OK to throw rocks at girls...as long as they sparkle! " Nicrez, G.G., A.J.P.
Posted: 2/5/2008 12:59:10 PM

P: 2/5/2008 1:02:38 PM
Nicrez Ideal Rock Total Posts: 3,230 Last Post: 10/21/2009 Member Since: 1/21/2004	hey Beacon! You can go, but there are sections you can not enter. It's just a way to allow that wholesalers can intermingle without selling to public. Consider they are not allowed to, unless they charge sales tax and are registered. You can't get a Resale Certificate unless you apply for a Resale number. It's pointless to you, unless you are a reseller, or just technically illegal to avoid paying the taxes. But generally people use their corporate EIN for such transactions. For you, as a consumer you can go and ejoy the show, even now, they have a Fossil, and Mineral showing going since the 2nd. The Gem show with faceted and wearable stones starts on the 14th at the Convention Center though... Have a great time!!! "Sometimes it's OK to throw rocks at girls...as long as they sparkle! " Nicrez, G.G., A.J.P.
Posted: 2/5/2008 1:02:38 PM

P: 2/5/2008 1:10:44 PM
joflier Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,701 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 10/2/2007	Erased.......I just reread your post Nicrez, I answered my own question......I am gettting SUPER excited! We have an EIN # so plan to look at the wholesale side......
Posted: 2/5/2008 1:10:44 PM

P: 2/5/2008 1:22:17 PM
strmrdr Ideal Rock Total Posts: 23,296 Last Post: 10/9/2009 Member Since: 11/1/2003	kewl You should contact Gary at www.diamondexpert.com and meet up for lunch :} ........... Karl has joined the diamond trade and is now posting as Karl_K
Posted: 2/5/2008 1:22:17 PM

P: 2/5/2008 1:27:59 PM
bebe Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,994 Last Post: 11/22/2009 Member Since: 11/20/2007	Gosh, that show popped up quick! For some reason I always think of it in the Spring. From what I have read, consumers are welcome at many booths/tents, but there are vendor only areas. Also, aren't there events all over town? Lots to see! Have fun and report back. With pics!
Posted: 2/5/2008 1:27:59 PM

P: 2/5/2008 1:55:40 PM
joflier Ideal Rock Total Posts: 2,701 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 10/2/2007	Date: 2/5/2008 1:27:59 PM Author: bebe Gosh, that show popped up quick! For some reason I always think of it in the Spring. From what I have read, consumers are welcome at many booths/tents, but there are vendor only areas. Also, aren't there events all over town? Lots to see! Have fun and report back. With pics! Well, spring isn't too far off!
Posted: 2/5/2008 1:55:40 PM

P: 2/5/2008 2:38:04 PM
Beacon Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,734 Last Post: 11/9/2009 Member Since: 7/14/2006	Thanks Nicrez!
Posted: 2/5/2008 2:38:04 PM

P: 2/5/2008 3:43:09 PM
Tacori E-ring Ideal Rock Total Posts: 16,101 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 8/15/2005	I wish it was THIS week! We are going there tomorrow-sunday.
Posted: 2/5/2008 3:43:09 PM

P: 2/6/2008 9:57:57 AM
MustangGal Ideal Rock Total Posts: 1,179 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 6/18/2004	I'll have to try going next year, I'm in Phoenix so not a far drive at all! Too bad I have company coming in this year
Posted: 2/6/2008 9:57:57 AM

P: 2/7/2008 9:14:21 AM
Skippy123 Ideal Rock Total Posts: 19,826 Last Post: 11/23/2009 Member Since: 11/24/2006	Have fun out there. I was suppose to go w/a friend who makes jewelry for fun (she is an artist) but I have something else going on. I plan to go next year because it is only an 8 hrs away from me by car or a 45 min flight. hehe Tell us what you see; can't wait to hear about your trip and goodies!!! Skippy "The only things that stand between a person and what they want in life are the will to try it, and the faith to believe it's possible" Rich Devos
Posted: 2/7/2008 9:14:21 AM

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