Tourmaline Mining in Brazil

Watch as the crew goes to Brazil on the hunt for tourmaline. This mining video shows off the ancient mines going over 200 feet with the methods of drilling miners use to find tourmaline. The locals call green tourmaline Brazil green due to it resembling Brazil’s flags colors.

Going Down a Tanzanite Mine

Photography expert, Ryan Acree takes you 70 meters down into the mines of Tanzania in search of tanzanite

Black Opal Mining: Lightning Ridge

JTV CEO, Tim Matthews visits the black opal mine in Lightning Ridge, Australia and learns hands on just how difficult it is to find quality opals.

Interview with Bixbite Mine Owner

Gemstone expert Jay Boyle interviews the owner of the Bixbite mine and explains more about this rare stone.